Taktora Engineering Notes
Deep dives into scheduling, constraints, and the human logic behind modern factory floors.
Why High Machine Utilization Doesn’t Always Improve Production Performance
High machine utilization looks efficient, but it often increases WIP and lead time. Understanding the difference between busy machines and flowing production is
Christine
Jan 21, 2026
Why Manufacturing Decisions Can’t Wait for Perfect Information
In a manufacturing environment, conditions change faster than plans can be updated. Equipment goes down, materials arrive late, and priorities shift mid-shift.
Christine
Jan 15, 2026
Why Interrupted Work Creates Major Delays in Manufacturing
Paused work doesn’t simply wait to be restarted. It shifts, grows, and disrupts the system around it. Here’s what really happens when a job in progress stops mi
Christine
Jan 14, 2026
Why Schedule Acceleration Is Hard
A Systems View of Manufacturing Operations
Christine
Jan 10, 2026
Understanding Work-In-Progress (WIP): Why Too Much Slows Everything Down
WIP keeps production moving, but too much of it slows flow, increases delays, and hides deeper issues. Understanding WIP is key to improving manufacturing perfo
Christine
Jan 6, 2026
Why Work-In-Progress Builds Up Over Time
WIP doesn’t appear suddenly. It grows quietly as flow becomes uneven and variability increases. Understanding why it happens is key to improving production perf
Christine
Dec 20, 2025
Why Bottlenecks Form in Manufacturing Operations
Bottlenecks are unavoidable in manufacturing, but their causes go deeper than slow machines. Understanding why they form is essential for improving flow and ove
Christine
Dec 17, 2025
How Production Variability Impacts Delivery Performance
Production variability is unavoidable, but its impact on delivery performance can be significant. Understanding how small fluctuations disrupt flow is essential
Christine
Dec 15, 2025
Why Accurate Lead Times Are Hard to Maintain
Lead time is one of the most important metrics in manufacturing, yet also one of the most difficult to keep accurate. This article explores why lead times fluct
Christine
Dec 9, 2025
Cycle Time vs Lead Time: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
Cycle time and lead time are two essential manufacturing metrics, but they measure very different things. This article explores how each affects flow, efficienc
Christine
Dec 7, 2025
How Production Scheduling Improves Inventory Turn in Lean Manufacturing
In Lean Manufacturing, keeping materials moving is essential. This article explores how smarter production scheduling reduces WIP, smooths flow, and improves ov
Christine
Dec 4, 2025