At the recent Web Manuals #GODIGITAL event, I co-hosted an interactive workshop on optimising MEL processes.
Alongside Mark Overeijnder from marQonform we led an analysis into MEL process optimisation.
We Focused on:
- Streamlining workflows.
- Enhancing data accuracy.
- Simplifying end-user access.
Our workshop centered on the application of our Value Stream approach.
Here’s a brief look at what we covered:
𝗠𝗘𝗟 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻: Ensuring the MEL data is precise and up to date, reducing the risk of operational disruptions.
𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗘𝗟 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Streamlining the maintenance process, making it easier for teams to manage with minimal friction
𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗱-𝗨𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀: Emphasising the importance of user-friendly interfaces for seamless MEL data handling.
𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀:
1. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
We introduced our Value Stream framework, showcasing the typical workflow for setting up a new MEL.
Together with attendees, we identified inefficiencies in the process, referred to as "waste," and explored how these could be minimised.
2. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:
Participants shared their initial feedback and then split into small groups.
Each group performed a hands-on review of their current MEL processes, using sticky notes to highlight waste points in their workflows.
3. 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:
We then discussed these identified waste points. Industry experts shared insights into the root causes and brainstormed potential solutions.
4. 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:
We presented our Ideal Workflow, incorporating live feedback from the participants.
We introduced our own integrated software solutions aimed at reducing waste and optimising MEL workflows.
𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀:
It was fascinating to see the common challenges shared by participants.
The most common waste identified was "Waiting," often due to dependencies on external authorities.
While some delays are hard to eliminate, our solutions were well-received and proven to reduce inefficiencies throughout the MEL process.
at REDiFly we remain committed to innovation, with our electronic technical logbook integrating with templates from Marqonform and systems like Web Manuals to enhance safety, compliance, and usability.
Our partnership with Web Manuals strengthens our ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions for dynamic MEL management, opening new opportunities for streamlined, digitised operations.
A special thanks to Martin Lidgard and his team for the invitation to this incredible event, and for the opportunity to present our workshop.
Already looking forward to next year!
If you missed it, feel free to reach out to learn how our solutions can support your team in optimising MEL processes.
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