The Gemba blog

Discover the latest insights in the software industry through the eyes of team Gemba.

Maddie Fleming smiling while gesturing to a task board, with the INWED25 logo and graphic shapes overlaid.

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International Women in Engineering Day: A Conversation with Maddie Fleming

Every year on 23rd June, International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) shines a spotlight on… Read more »

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Smart Factory Expo 2025 demo stand showing a Gemba Cloud mobile form interface and interactive signage.

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Smart Factory 2025: Real Conversations, Real Challenges

We had a busy couple of days gathering Smart Factory 2025 manufacturing insights from across… Read more »

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We’re exhibiting at Smart Factory – come and say hello!

Gemba is exhibiting at Smart Factory 2025 as part of Smart Manufacturing Week, and we’d love… Read more »

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Futuristic factory covered in greenery with clean machinery, symbolising sustainable manufacturing and environmental responsibility

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Our Power, Our Planet: Manufacturing’s Responsibility on Earth Day 2025

Sustainable manufacturing on Earth Day 2025 is more than a slogan. It’s a practical challenge… Read more »

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Molten steel pouring from a blast furnace inside a UK industrial plant

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What the British Steel Crisis Tells Us About the Cost of Manufacturing Instability

When the UK government recalled Parliament during Easter recess to pass emergency legislation, it was… Read more »

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Top 5 common causes of downtime and how OEE software can help

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Top 5 Common Causes of Downtime, and How OEE Software Can Help

Downtime is one of the biggest challenges in manufacturing. It can lead to lost productivity,… Read more »

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Simple ways to improve machine uptime with OEE monitoring

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Simple Ways to Improve Machine Uptime with OEE Monitoring

Machine uptime is critical in manufacturing. Every minute of downtime means lost production, increased costs… Read more »

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How to use OEE metrics to boost equipment performance on the shop floor

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How to Use OEE Metrics to Boost Equipment Performance on the Shop Floor

OEE metrics for equipment performance offer a practical way to increase output, minimise downtime, and… Read more »

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What does Gemba mean

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How OEE Software Enhances Your Role as a Continuous Improvement Engineer

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, your job is to boost efficiency, reduce waste and drive… Read more »

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Love Your Pet Day! – Quality Control in Pet Food Manufacturing

It’s Love Your Pet Day! While pet owners celebrate with treats and extra attention, manufacturers… Read more »

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Navigating the EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) with Gemba Compliance

The EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) takes effect on 13th December 2024. It represents… Read more »

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Autumn Budget

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Budget 2024 Summary: Key Points from Rachel Reeves’s Speech – Implications for UK Manufacturing

The Autumn Budget UK Manufacturing implications are crucial to understand, as the sector faces significant… Read more »

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Could Your Production Goals Be Doing More Harm Than Good?

Setting ambitious production goals is often seen as a way to achieve a UK manufacturing… Read more »

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UK Manufacturing: Preparing for the Next Leap Forward

Recent analysis of the UK manufacturing sector highlights a slow recovery, with growth still on… Read more »

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Can This One Simple Change Make Manufacturing More Sustainable? The Results Will Shock You

In the manufacturing industry, where every small inefficiency can lead to significant waste, it’s easy… Read more »

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Effective Operations

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Unlock the Secret to Boosting Productivity: The KPI Everyone Overlooks

When it comes to running a smooth operation, especially in environments that aren’t fully automated,… Read more »

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Gemba Lean

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Why Every Manufacturing Manager Needs Gemba Lean

Let’s face it, managing a manufacturing floor is no small feat. Between ensuring data accuracy,… Read more »

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continuous improvement gemba solutions

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How our workshops drive continuous improvement in manufacturing

Our services team is dedicated to empowering organisations. They spend a lot of their time… Read more »

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Improve Manufacturing Efficiency with Data – Your 14 Day Free Trial!

Are you looking for a straightforward way to improve your manufacturing processes? Gemba Lean Manufacturing… Read more »

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Benefits of digitalisation in manufacturing

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Do the benefits of digitalisation in manufacturing outweigh the challenges?

Many companies have implemented a digital business strategy with the goal of improving their operational… Read more »

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