OEE stands for Overall Equipment Effectiveness, a metric used to assess the performance of manufacturing processes or equipment. It gauges the efficiency of the manufacturing process based on three factors: availability, performance, and quality.
Operational hygiene includes a set of measures such as regular cleaning and disinfection of work areas, proper storage of raw materials, temperature and humidity control, and the use of protective equipment to minimize the risk of food contamination and the spread of disease, which is key to ensuring the safety and quality of products in the food industry.
The Six Sigma philosophy aims to manage processes to minimize errors and reduce process variability, often employing statistical methods. In contrast, Lean management focuses on waste reduction. Both methods share a disciplined, fact-based problem-solving approach involving all employees in Lean or Six Sigma activities. Implementing both programs simultaneously is common to maximize their effectiveness.
Outsourcing constitutes a business tactic wherein specific processes, activities, or services are entrusted to external firms or third-party suppliers. Through outsourcing, an organization hands over the duty of executing distinct tasks to specialized external entities equipped with the necessary knowledge, resources, and expertise.