Factory planning: a 5-phase process
The factory planning process in five phases: from target definition and data capture through variants and detailed planning to implementation and ramp-up.
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Learning factory: methods and use cases in factory planning
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Greenfield vs. brownfield
Greenfield or brownfield? Compare investment, operational disruption, expandability, approvals and implementation risks.
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How much does factory planning cost?
Factory planning costs explained: effort drivers, planning modules, transparent calculation examples and the cost of insufficient planning.
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Warehouse planning step by step
Warehouse planning in six steps: volume model, requirements, technology, layout, economics, specifications and tendering.
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Warehouse automation compared
Compare mini-load AS/RS, shuttle, AMR and AutoStore by suitability, scalability, building impact, process integration and typical selection mistakes.
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Digital factory model – using a scan to create a 3D planning model
Which scanning method fits when, what matters in hardware and software, and where AI shortens the meshing step.
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Floor markings – regulations, implementation and alternatives
Applicable rules, design and application options including cost — plus the alternatives to paint and adhesive tape.
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Use case for layout optimization
From area dimensioning through block layout and heatmap to assessing material flow with key performance indicators.
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Material flow analysis: methods at a glance
Compare Sankey diagrams, value stream analysis and material flow simulation, and select the right method for the planning question.
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Assembly planning for high product variety
Plan assembly systems for high product variety: organisation, takt, material supply, ergonomics and digital work instructions.
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Developing a logistics concept
Build a robust logistics concept: seven components, the route from current-state analysis to target system, and five common mistakes.
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Data collection for factory planning
The data factory and logistics planning really need: five data categories, suitable granularity and a transparent approach to data gaps.
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Factory planning for medical devices
Factory planning for medical technology: zoning, cleanrooms, personnel and material flow, documentation and scalable expansion.
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