// ROBOTICS AND SMART FACTORIES TERM
Yield
In manufacturing, yield refers to the percentage of good, usable products produced from the total input materials or production run. A higher yield means less waste and more efficiency.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
Manufacturing yield quantifies the proportion of acceptable, defect-free products or components produced relative to the total units started or raw materials consumed, serving as a key performance indicator for process efficiency and material utilization.
BACKGROUND
The Fourth Industrial Revolution, also known as 4IR, Industry 4.0 or the Intelligence Age, is a neologism describing rapid technological advancement in the 21st century. It follows the Third Industrial Revolution. The term was popularized in 2016 by Klaus Schwab, the World Economic Forum founder and former executive chairman, who asserts that these developments represent a significant shift in industrial capitalism.
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- Production yield
- Throughput
- Output efficiency
- Good parts ratio
- First Pass Yield (FPY)
USAGE NOTE
Improving yield is a continuous goal in manufacturing to reduce costs and maximize resource utilization.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Yield.
Siemens provides a comprehensive portfolio of industrial automation, digitalization, and software solutions, including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and PLM software (Teamcenter, Opcenter), that enable manufacturers to optimize production processes, improve quality, and enhance overall yield through data-driven insights and control.
Rockwell Automation offers industrial automation and information solutions designed to improve operational efficiency, quality, and yield. Their offerings include control systems, software (like FactoryTalk Analytics), and services that help manufacturers monitor, analyze, and optimize production processes to reduce waste and maximize output.
KLA is a leading provider of process control and yield management solutions, primarily for the semiconductor and related nanoelectronics industries. Their advanced inspection and metrology systems are critical for identifying and mitigating defects at every stage of manufacturing, directly enabling higher yields in complex production processes.
PTC develops industrial IoT (IIoT) platforms (ThingWorx) and augmented reality (AR) solutions that help manufacturers connect, monitor, and optimize their production assets and processes. By providing real-time operational insights and enabling predictive analytics, PTC's technology assists in identifying bottlenecks and defects to improve manufacturing yield.
SAP provides enterprise software solutions, including SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud, that integrate planning, execution, and analytics across the entire production lifecycle. These systems enable manufacturers to gain end-to-end visibility, streamline operations, and apply data intelligence to enhance product quality and manufacturing yield.
Cognex specializes in machine vision systems, software, and sensors used for automated inspection, identification, and guidance in manufacturing processes. By providing precise quality control and defect detection capabilities, Cognex technology plays a crucial role in preventing faulty products from proceeding through production, thereby directly improving manufacturing yield.
Dassault Systèmes offers 3D design software, PLM solutions (ENOVIA), and Manufacturing Operations Management (DELMIA) platforms. These tools allow companies to simulate, plan, execute, and optimize manufacturing processes virtually, helping to identify potential issues and refine production strategies before physical manufacturing, leading to improved yield and efficiency.
GE Digital provides industrial IoT software, including its Predix platform and solutions for Asset Performance Management (APM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). These technologies help manufacturers collect and analyze data from operational assets to improve equipment reliability, optimize processes, and ultimately increase production yield and efficiency.