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Initial Situation

Before the RFID implementation, several inefficiencies were impacting the testing process:

• Manual Component Identification: Test cars shared between different departments required manual disassembly to identify specific components, leading to wasted time and increased labor costs.
• Time-Consuming Process: The need to repeatedly remove and reinstall parts during the testing cycle caused delays, slowing down the overall workflow of the testing departments.
• Accuracy Issues: Human error during the manual process resulted in occasional misidentification of components, leading to incorrect test results or further delays.

My Contribution

To solve these challenges, I designed and managed the rollout of an RFID system tailored to the needs of various car test departments:

• RFID Process Design: I implemented RFID tags on key components to allow departments to easily identify each part without the need for disassembly. This sped up the process of switching cars between test groups.
• Customized RFID Solutions: Recognizing that some components, especially those prone to heating, could damage plastic RFID tags, I worked with technical teams to introduce heat-resistant metal RFID tags for specific parts. This ensured the durability of the system in high-temperature environments.
• Optimization of Test Workflow: By integrating RFID into the testing workflow, I reduced the need for manual labor, allowing teams to focus on higher-value tasks rather than spending time on component identification.

Results

The RFID process resulted in significant improvements across several key areas:

• Time Savings: The introduction of RFID technology reduced the time required for component identification by 40%, allowing test departments to work more efficiently and meet deadlines faster.
• Reduced Labor Costs: The need for manual labor to disassemble and reassemble parts was reduced by 30%, freeing up human resources for more critical tasks.
• Improved Accuracy: The implementation of RFID tags eliminated identification errors, ensuring that test results were accurate and components were tracked reliably throughout the process.