Let’s take a closer look: Example Use Case
Predicting Production Anomalies
Industry: Automotive, preliminary assembly (international company)
Objective: Reduce the number of defective parts and detect anomalies in machines
Solution: Exploratory Data Analysis
Effective analysis of machine and system data, supported by machine learning algorithms, enables the development of models that identify less obvious factors contributing to production losses.
The first step was to ask the right questions. Among various production processes, we selected the one most prone to anomalies and critical to the company. We thoroughly analyzed this process from start to finish, identifying areas that required closer examination using machine learning to uncover less apparent dependencies affecting losses. We then processed the data and conducted exploratory analysis using various visualizations.
What is a Prototype?
Rapid prototyping allows for quick validation of assumptions and focuses on areas with the greatest business potential. A high-precision machine learning-based prototype highlighted key nonlinear correlations responsible for anomalies. This enabled us to uncover previously invisible dependencies, leading to more accurate decision-making.
What is a Production Model?
After creating the prototype, we identified the factors with the most significant impact on achieving the objective. We then built a robust machine learning model that operates throughout the entire production cycle. This model helps detect factors causing anomalies at an early stage, allowing for the implementation of necessary preventive measures.
Sustainable Production Process:
Ensuring the stability and efficiency of the production process through the appropriate implementation of data science and artificial intelligence.
Application of Machine Learning in the Supply Chain
Machine learning has broad applications across various areas. In the supply chain, the most common uses include: demand forecasting based on AI (considering location, category, brand, store, and SKU), return forecasting, minimizing stockouts, forecasting new products, and price optimization.