In September 2026, Novo Lean Solutions was recognized for its commitment to innovation at the Made in CT Manufacturing Summit, receiving an Innovation Award during the event held at the Connecticut Convention Center.
A manufacturing workstation should do more than provide a place for an operator to work. It should support the process, reduce unnecessary movement, promote ergonomics, and seamlessly adapt as production needs shift.
In today’s competitive manufacturing environment, efficiency isn’t just a goal—it’s a requirement. Every second of downtime, every unnecessary motion, and every manual workaround adds up to lost productivity and increased costs. One often overlooked bottleneck in assembly and production lines is the handling of small coiled components like springs.
As a leader in your organization, one of your primary responsibilities is to ensure that your team is functioning at its best. Problems and barriers need to be identified and eliminated. Key performance indicators (KPIs) are the first step in providing insight, but they need context. The solution for gaining a more comprehensive understanding of your operations is the daily Gemba Walk.