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100 SMT Magazine • April 2016 tion chart displays results from in-circuit test, functional, flying probe, RF, burn-in and hi-pot, making it easy to identify if any issues are de- veloping in any test stage. Issues are addressed as they arise by the people closest to the issue. As with all Possible-X tools, it is possible to drill down to data related to specific work orders and serial numbers. The production dashboard or p-Dash is a Possible-X tool designed to help empower pro- duction associates by ensuring they have the information needed to do their jobs. Associates must log in using their ID number. They utilize the system to clock in and out, plus access all documentation related to their jobs. p-Dash also facilitates movement of cross-trained associates among different work areas as demand varies, as well as lets associates open support tickets which text a message to an engineer whenever a production issue arises that the associate needs help with. Meanwhile, supply chain management is supported by a related proprietary system known as TeligentEMS Purchase Order Tracking System (TPOTS, a dashboard designed to help buyers more easily track cost and order status). The dashboard shows quoted part, variance, buyer cost target and delivery status includ- ing tracking numbers. In the event a there is an exception, a dialogue box pops up and flags it to program management, enabling the pro- gram manager to authorize whatever action is required to address the exception. TPOTS also has a supplier portal, enabling suppliers to log on and confirm orders that aren't automatically transacted by MRPshare. Information can be fil- tered to focus on specific work orders, suppliers or types of exceptions. For TeligentEMS, the end result of this pro- prietary systems strategy has been the ability to force multiply its staff by automating informa- tion analysis and collation. The team can easily monitor trends and act on issues early enough in the process to minimize any negative impact. Non-value added activity is eliminated. Most importantly, Possible-X, p-Dash and TPOTS will evolve as users suggest improvements or cus- tomer requirements change. SMT Chris Eldred is TeligentEMS' President and Ceo. He can be reached by clicking here. Figure 3: Program managers can easily check the real-time status of critical details of the programs they manage and are automatically notified if an exception needing program manager approval arises. WorkinG smarTEr ThrouGh a ProPriETarY sYsTEms sTraTEGY