On-Time Completion, On-Time Delivery, Job Shop Scheduling, Small Job Shop, ERP alternative, Simple production tracking, Production planning small shop, Delivery performance measurement, Manufacturing performance metrics, Job completion performance

How Small Job Shops Can Master On-Time Completion Without an Expensive ERP

ByKyle Chambers

On Time Completion OTC / On Time Delivery OTD Many small manufacturers and job shops struggle to measure On-Time Delivery and On-Time Completion using complex ERP systems. With so many date fields — promised date, planned ship date, actual finish date — tracking true performance often becomes messy and inconsistent. When your team can’t trust…

Mastering On Time Delivery: Strategies for Success
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Mastering On Time Delivery: Strategies for Success

ByKyle Chambers

On time delivery (OTD), sometimes referred to as on-time completion, varies based on the company’s approach to tracking these metrics. In the wake of COVID-19, the focus on on-time delivery has diminished somewhat due to disruptions in shipping and logistics. As a result, many businesses are redefining this concept to emphasize not just timely delivery,…