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A constante transformação é um fator de destaque na competitividade do setor industrial, qualificando a inovação como um elemento-chave na estratégia de sobrevivência de qualquer empresa. A excessiva procura do mercado de produtos diferenciados, que satisfaçam as suas necessidades, aliada a outros eventos disruptivos, exige das indústrias melhorias ao nível do desempenho por meio de otimização e diferenciação dos seus processos e atividades. Alcançar o ambiente ideal de sinergia e interação entre pessoas, processos e tecnologia dentro de qualquer indústria exige, de forma contínua, grandes esforços e transformações. Nas últimas décadas, a implementação de um sistema de gestão da produção, Lean Manufacturing, tem vindo a desempenhar um papel crucial na conquista da melhoria contínua e sucesso operacional das empresas. Contudo, é consensual afirmar que, com a evolução das tecnologias, na geração atual, é possível garantir uma melhoria contínua mais eficiente a todos os níveis. A diferenciação de uma empresa resume-se numa palavra: Digitalização. As tecnologias digitais estão a transformar a indústria. Surgem, constantemente, oportunidades inovadoras com a capacidade de aumentar, exponencialmente, o desempenho de uma empresa com a automação do sistema de produção. O presente trabalho procura encontrar uma solução digital para uma empresa em específico: a ADIRA Metal Forming Solutions. A ADIRA debate-se, diariamente, com problemas associados à baixa, quase inexistente, visibilidade sobre o próprio processo produtivo, refletindo-se no desempenho global da organização. A realização de uma investigação concluiu que as ferramentas Lean utilizadas pela empresa encontravam-se desatualizadas afetando, diretamente, a informação gerada e, consequentemente, a tomada de decisão. A integração de um Manufacturing Execution System na dinâmica da fábrica foi a solução encontrada para dar resposta ao problema da ADIRA. A recolha e tratamento de dados, em tempo real, de forma automática, garante a manutenção constante das ferramentas Lean utilizando dados precisos. Nesse contexto, é proposta uma metodologia, abrangente à Indústria de Máquinas e Equipamentos, que orienta todo o processo de implementação de um Manufacturing Execution System. A metodologia proposta apresenta a sequência de etapas que deve ser seguida para criar um fluxo lógico durante a implementação do sistema. Cada etapa compreende um conjunto de atividades e ferramentas suporte que deverão ser consideradas durante todo o processo. Como resultado da utilização da metodologia proposta, no caso de estudo da ADIRA, foi desenhado um protótipo do sistema que se revelou eficiente e apto para servir como base para a criação do sistema real. A validação do sistema, por parte dos utilizadores finais, demonstra que a sequência proposta na metodologia para a execução das etapas, orienta, com sucesso, a implementação de um sistema Manufacturing Execution System instruído para responder às necessidades atuais da empresa.
Constant transformation is a standout factor in the competitiveness of the industrial sector, making innovation a key element in the survival strategy of any company. The market's excessive demand for differentiated products that meet its needs, coupled with other disruptive events, requires industries to improve their performance through optimization and differentiation of their processes and activities. To achieve the ideal environment of synergy and interaction among people, processes, and technology within any industry requires continuous efforts and transformations. In recent decades, the implementation of a production management system, Lean Manufacturing, has played a crucial role in achieving continuous improvement and operational success for companies. However, it is widely agreed that with the evolution of technologies in the current generation, it is possible to ensure more efficient continuous improvement at all levels. The differentiation of a company can be summarized in one word: Digitalization. Digital technologies are transforming the industry. Innovative opportunities constantly emerge with the ability to exponentially increase a company's performance through the automation of the production system. This study aims to find a digital solution for a specific company: ADIRA Metal Forming Solutions. ADIRA faces daily challenges associated with low, almost non-existent, visibility into its own production process, which reflects in the overall performance of the organization. An investigation revealed that the Lean tools used by the company were outdated, directly affecting the generated information and consequently, decision-making. The integration of a Manufacturing Execution System into the factory's dynamics was the solution found to address ADIRA's problem. Real-time data collection and automated processing ensure the constant maintenance of Lean tools using accurate data. In this context, a comprehensive methodology is proposed for the Machinery and Equipment Industry, guiding the entire implementation process of a Manufacturing Execution System. The proposed methodology presents the sequence of steps that should be taken to follow a logical flow during system implementation. Each step comprises a set of activities and supporting tools that should be considered throughout the entire process. As a result of using the proposed methodology in the ADIRA case study, a prototype of the system was designed, which proved to be efficient and suitable as a basis for the creation of the actual system. The validation of the system by end-users demonstrates that the proposed sequence in the methodology for executing the stages successfully guides the implementation of a Manufacturing Execution System tailored to meet the company's current needs.
Constant transformation is a standout factor in the competitiveness of the industrial sector, making innovation a key element in the survival strategy of any company. The market's excessive demand for differentiated products that meet its needs, coupled with other disruptive events, requires industries to improve their performance through optimization and differentiation of their processes and activities. To achieve the ideal environment of synergy and interaction among people, processes, and technology within any industry requires continuous efforts and transformations. In recent decades, the implementation of a production management system, Lean Manufacturing, has played a crucial role in achieving continuous improvement and operational success for companies. However, it is widely agreed that with the evolution of technologies in the current generation, it is possible to ensure more efficient continuous improvement at all levels. The differentiation of a company can be summarized in one word: Digitalization. Digital technologies are transforming the industry. Innovative opportunities constantly emerge with the ability to exponentially increase a company's performance through the automation of the production system. This study aims to find a digital solution for a specific company: ADIRA Metal Forming Solutions. ADIRA faces daily challenges associated with low, almost non-existent, visibility into its own production process, which reflects in the overall performance of the organization. An investigation revealed that the Lean tools used by the company were outdated, directly affecting the generated information and consequently, decision-making. The integration of a Manufacturing Execution System into the factory's dynamics was the solution found to address ADIRA's problem. Real-time data collection and automated processing ensure the constant maintenance of Lean tools using accurate data. In this context, a comprehensive methodology is proposed for the Machinery and Equipment Industry, guiding the entire implementation process of a Manufacturing Execution System. The proposed methodology presents the sequence of steps that should be taken to follow a logical flow during system implementation. Each step comprises a set of activities and supporting tools that should be considered throughout the entire process. As a result of using the proposed methodology in the ADIRA case study, a prototype of the system was designed, which proved to be efficient and suitable as a basis for the creation of the actual system. The validation of the system by end-users demonstrates that the proposed sequence in the methodology for executing the stages successfully guides the implementation of a Manufacturing Execution System tailored to meet the company's current needs.
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Lean Metodologia Manufacturing Execution System Integração de Sistemas Digital Shadow Methodology Systems Integration