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NSK : SUPPLYING GLOBAL INDUSTRY associated downtime , nor is it always necessary . NSK uses data to intelligently assess where modifying machines can drive real value and where they need to prioritise productivity and cost instead .
“ We balance the current performance metrics and KPIs against opportunities where modern analytics can play a role in improvement ,” says Jeremy .
“ So it ’ s not a complete overhaul of every process , but more like paying attention to the most painful ones that a database-driven approach can improve / make more efficient .”
A data-based approach has also elevated NSK ’ s strategy in a critical area – safety .
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