// ROBOTICS AND SMART FACTORIES TERM
Takt Time
Takt Time is the rate at which products need to be completed to meet customer demand, often calculated as available production time divided by customer demand. It sets the pace for production.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
Takt Time is a lean manufacturing metric representing the maximum allowable time to produce one unit to meet customer demand, calculated by dividing available production time by the required number of units, synchronizing production pace with market needs.
BACKGROUND
Takt time, or simply takt, is a manufacturing term to describe the required product assembly duration that is needed to match the demand. Often confused with cycle time, takt time is a tool used to design work and it measures the average time interval between the start of production of one unit and the start of production of the next unit when items are produced sequentially. For calculations, it is the time to produce parts divided by the number of parts demanded in that time interval. The takt time is based on customer demand; if a process or a production line are unable to produce at takt time, either demand leveling, additional resources, or process re-engineering is needed to ensure on-time delivery.
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- Customer Demand Rate
- Production Pace
- Demand-Driven Rate
USAGE NOTE
Aligning production with Takt Time prevents overproduction and ensures efficient resource utilization.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Takt Time.
Develops the Opcenter MES suite, which provides real-time production monitoring and control. This software allows manufacturers to track production output against calculated Takt Time, identify bottlenecks, and ensure the production rate aligns with customer demand.
Offers the DELMIA brand for manufacturing operations management, including Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) solutions like DELMIA Quintiq. These tools help manufacturers create optimized production schedules that respect Takt Time as a key constraint.
Provides the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform, a cloud-based MES that offers real-time visibility into production data. The platform enables manufacturers to monitor cycle times, track performance against Takt Time, and manage production flow to meet demand.
Develops the SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud, a solution that connects top-floor business planning with shop-floor execution. It enables real-time monitoring of production performance, helping managers ensure that manufacturing pace adheres to the required Takt Time.
Provides a no-code manufacturing app platform that enables connected workers. Factories use Tulip to build applications that guide operators, track cycle times in real-time, and display live dashboards comparing current production rates to the target Takt Time.
Offers the Proficy MES software, which helps manufacturers manage and improve production efficiency. The system tracks production progress and equipment performance, providing the data needed to analyze and optimize operations to consistently meet Takt Time.
Provides a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that standardizes operational workflows and captures real-time production data. This enables plant managers to balance production lines and manage resources effectively to maintain a pace aligned with customer-driven Takt Time.
Develops Industry 4.0 software solutions like NEXEED, which increases transparency in manufacturing. The system provides real-time data from machines and processes, allowing for the continuous monitoring of cycle times against the specified Takt Time.