On March 21st, Jiangsu ORG Packaging Co., Ltd. celebrated the culmination of ORG’s second "Continuous Improvement Cup" competition with a closing conference, a significant occasion to acknowledge and celebrate the innovative contributions of its employees towards the company's sustainable growth. During the 2023 Continuous Improvement Cup, four business divisions of ORG collectively submitted 67 projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing daily operations and overall performance. Following a rigorous internal review process, 12 exceptional projects were selected to compete at the Group level.
At the closing conference, Zhou Yuan, ORG's Vice Chairman, and Shen Tao, its President, took the opportunity to praise the remarkable narratives that emerged from the Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Zhou Yuan highlighted the profound influence these projects have on recognizing individual intelligence, bolstering team spirit, and propelling the company's sustainable development. He urged employees to reframe work-related challenges by focusing on generating greater value for clients, advocating for a culture of relentless innovation and refinement.
Similarly, Shen Tao encouraged the workforce to embrace the principle of continuous improvement. He stressed the importance of staying adaptable to evolving times, remaining attuned to market shifts, and ultimately, delivering increased value to the market.
Celebrating Excellence: Distinguished Projects Earn Top Honors
The conference was hosted by Ren Jianguo, the director of ORG's Quality Management Center. The gathering brought together key figures from the Group including Vice Presidents Chen Yufei (also General Manager of the Three-Piece Can Division), Ma Binyun (also General Manager of the Two-Piece Can and Filling Division), Zhou Yunhai (also General Manager of the Deep Processing Division), along with Chen Zhongge (General Manager of the Key Account Division) and Chen Ying (General Manager of the Personnel and Administration Management Center). This assembly of leaders provided insightful feedback on a range of selected projects covering advancements in production technology and frontline management across various factories, and they applauded the exemplary projects.
Highlighting the conference was the recognition of the "Factory Efficiency Improvement" project from ORG (Jiangmen) Packaging Co., Ltd., which clinched the gold award. This project was a testament to the Jiangmen factory's superior capabilities in enhancing production efficiency. The team employed a variety of analytical tools, including Pareto Charts, Fishbone Diagrams, and the 5Whys technique, to conduct a thorough examination of efficiency problems. Their strategy encompassed practical improvements across five key areas: people, machines, materials, methods, and environment. Meanwhile, the project team meticulously evaluated the risks tied to changes in management processes, ensuring that the enhancements were not only effective but also safely implemented.
Two remarkable projects from Hubei ORG Can Manufacturing Co., Ltd. were honored with the silver award, showcasing the company's innovative approach to management and operational excellence. The first project, titled "Management Improvement for Customer Empowerment and Market Growth", aimed at refining lean management practices and cost optimization. This initiative was designed to boost customer satisfaction and enhance the company's competitiveness in the market.
The second project, "Factory Supply Side Fine Management Optimization", concentrated on advancing inventory control and increasing the turnover rate. This effort was pivotal in enhancing the efficiency of the company's supply chain management, highlighting Hubei company's comprehensive strength in various management domains.
The bronze awards were given to projects that made significant strides in energy conservation, emission reduction, and enhancing production efficiency.
Liaoning ORG Food Industry Co., Ltd. was recognized for its "Reducing Abnormal Can Rejection Rate" project. By optimizing cost control processes, the project succeeded in reducing energy consumption and minimizing waste. ORG (Foshan) Packaging Co., Ltd.'s project, "Slim Can Transformation and Improvement", was lauded for its substantial improvements in transformation efficiency and product quality. Lastly, Hubei ORG Beverage Industry Co., Ltd. was honored for its "Capping Machine Roller Optimization" project which illustrates a holistic approach leading to significant economic savings and environmental benefits.
Bridging Theory and Practice: A Commitment to Excellence in Innovation
ORG, as a leading manufacturing enterprise, has consistently prioritized its core values, adopting an innovative production model that is keenly focused on green and sustainable development.
Integral to this practice is the encouragement ORG extends to all its employees, urging them to seamlessly integrate sustainable development ideals into their day-to-day operations and decision-making processes. This ethos is central to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation and advancing new quality productive forces throughout the organization.
The "Continuous Improvement Cup", initiated in 2022 and now marking its second year, is a testament to the company's commitment to these values. Spearheaded by the Quality Management Center and supported by the quality management teams across various business divisions, this initiative has seen active engagement from subsidiary companies.
Since its inception, the "Continuous Improvement Cup" has become a cornerstone of ORG’s strategy to foster sustained and substantial enhancements in production management. This initiative has played a pivotal role in engaging frontline employees, empowering them to take an active role in the continuous improvement process.
By encouraging staff to pinpoint and address work-related challenges, the project has sparked a wave of innovation, crafting remarkable success stories from everyday roles. The awards associated with the "Continuous Improvement Cup" serve not just as accolades for exceptional employees and teams but also as a catalyst for the entire company to pursue excellence. This recognition underscores the significant achievements of individuals and groups who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their work, driving ORG towards its goal of harmonizing knowledge with action and moving closer to the ideal of perfection.
The current focus of the award evolves in tandem with the ongoing enhancement of ORG's development strategy. In 2022, the focus was on initiatives that achieved cost reduction and efficiency improvement. By 2023, while these areas remained important, there was a deliberate shift to also emphasize the significance of risk assessment and the cultivation of an improvement-driven atmosphere.
Looking ahead, the commitment to continuous improvement, shared by both the management team and employees, is pivotal in developing a robust internal communication system. Such a system is essential for facilitating effective dialogue and collaboration across the company, ensuring that every member of the organization is aligned with its goals and engaged in its pursuit. This engagement is crucial for fully mobilizing the workforce's enthusiasm and dedication, contributing significantly to the realization of ORG's vision for long-term, stable, and sustainable development.
