Optimizing Assets
Business
Problem: Poor asset utilization and long batch
cycle times due to inability to easily understand equipment utility
from complex data
Batch operations is extremely complex with a vast array of
equipment that must be configured and reconfigured to deliver the
right product in the shortest amount of time. Knowing how well
these assets are working-and being able to make adjustments to
improve cycle times-is a challenge for most manufacturers because
of limited access to equipment data.
Solution: Gantt plots easily view planned, executing and
completed batches
V7 solves this problem by augmenting batch displays with new
Gantt charts that collect and aggregate equipment data to easily
view how assets are being used in batch operations. Now you can
quickly compare planned versus actual cycle times. And see how
equipment is being utilized in the cycle. Users may select a batch,
unit operation, or specific equipment and drill down to get
detailed information and reports.
With V7's Gantt charting, you now have better control of asset
utilization in the batch cycle to reduce costs and increase
throughput.
- Planned vs. Actual
- Equipment based views
- Sub-Unit View with equipment specific
characteristics
- Drill down to detail view, reports and
plots
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Business Benefit: Reduced
costs and increased throughput resulting from improved asset
utilization and batch cycle time