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Capacity Utilization Rate

Written by Symestic | May 27, 2025 8:51:32 AM

What is Capacity Utilization Rate?

The Capacity Utilization Rate measures the proportion of utilized production capacity relative to maximum capacity, expressed as a percentage, using data-driven analytics to assess efficiency.

Why is it important?

  • Efficiency boost: Identifies underutilized capacity for optimization.

  • Cost savings: Prevents overcapacity and reduces waste.

  • Planning precision: Enhances resource allocation accuracy.

Applications

Widely applied in manufacturing to optimize production lines, such as in automotive or electronics industries, ensuring streamlined operations and effective capacity management. Real-time monitoring via MES supports dynamic adjustments.