China Manufacturing Decoded

How To Do A Pilot Run Effectively? (Feat. Andrew Amirnovin)


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Sofeast's reliability expert, Andrew Amirnovin, talks us through why pilot runs are so important, the best practices and benefits, and how to plan for yours in order for it to be a success. If you're mass-producing your products you're not going to want to miss this episode!

 

Show Sections

00:00 - Greetings and introducing today's topic.

01:10 - What is a pilot run?

02:46 - Important ways to get the best out of pilot runs.

10:12 - Common problems that the pilot run will uncover that you will want to avoid.

13:17 - How it helps to control processes.

17:50 - 5 steps to plan for before you start your pilot run.

  1. Consider the scope of the pilot run. 
  • What are the main objectives? 
  • Who will perform it? 
  • Do you have a plan to carry it out? 
  • How will you document and evaluate the pilot run? 
  • 25:50 - How does the cost of doing pilot runs compare with not doing them?

    27:48 - Do Asian manufacturers have the habit of doing pilot runs?

    29:16 - In conclusion.

     

    Related content...
    • What is a pilot run?
  • New Product Launch: Taking Shortcuts vs. Preventing Risks
  • How To Set Up A Process Control Plan [11 Steps]
  • What is the Pilot Run for Components and Products?
  • Understanding The Role Of Manufacturing Process Control In Your Factory
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