NRW · DACH · Europe

Setup time optimization (SMED): reduce setup times, increase throughput

We structure setup processes, create standards and implement improvements directly on the shopfloor.

Typical result range: setup time -10% to -30% (depending on the starting point, product mix and organization).

Typical Levers

• Separate internal and external setup activities
• Standardize material and tool preparation
• Checklists, setup standards and training
• Setup area / 5S, interfaces and responsibilities

Approach

• Assessment: setup sequence, times and product variants
• Quick wins: standardization, preparation and parallelization
• Anchoring: audit routines, coaching and KPIs