--- title: Lean Manufacturing Blog | Dan McKiernan (2) description: Dan McKiernan has 30 years of automotive manufacturing experience and has been President of eFlex Systems since 2003. Under Dan's leadership, eFlex Systems has developed deep and comprehensive expertise in the design and implementation of advanced manufacturing systems for complex and flexible assembly operations. Dan’s inventive ambition, along with choosing the right business partners, has contributed to the company’s success in all three divisions of software development, electrical engineering technologies, and systems integration. (2) --- [**Lean Manufacturing Blog](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog) ![Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/Avatars/Dan-McKiernan-small.png) # Dan McKiernan [Twitter](https://www.linkedin.com/pub/dan-mckiernan/6/b99/776) Dan McKiernan has 30 years of automotive manufacturing experience and has been President of eFlex Systems since 2003. Under Dan's leadership, eFlex Systems has developed deep and comprehensive expertise in the design and implementation of advanced manufacturing systems for complex and flexible assembly operations. Dan’s inventive ambition, along with choosing the right business partners, has contributed to the company’s success in all three divisions of software development, electrical engineering technologies, and systems integration. Recent Posts by Dan McKiernan: ## [Vehicle Assembly 102](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/vehicle-assembly-102) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Jan 25, 2022 5:06:45 PM [![Vehicle Assembly 102](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/Integrated%20Factory%20Fastening.png)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/vehicle-assembly-102) Vehicle Assembly has come an awfully long way since the days of Henry Ford. While Ford famously innovated with breakthrough ideas that have shaped manufacturing assembly lines for over a … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/vehicle-assembly-102) Topics:[Industry 4.0](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/industry-4-0)[Manufacturing Integrated Platform](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/manufacturing-integrated-platform)[Quality Management](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/quality-management)[Vehicle Assembly](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/vehicle-assembly) ## [The Digital Training Transformation](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/the-digital-training-transformation) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Nov 18, 2019 3:06:05 PM [![The Digital Training Transformation](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Video_JEM-thumb.jpeg)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/the-digital-training-transformation) Accelerated and enhanced training with digital work instructions. As growing numbers of manufacturers are discovering, digital work instructions can be a game-changer. Digital work instructions are more accurate, more user … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/the-digital-training-transformation) Topics:[Educational Topics](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/educational-topics)[Lean Manufacturing](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/lean-manufacturing)[Industry 4.0](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/industry-4-0)[Digital Work Instructions](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/digital-work-instructions) ## [Not Kitting Around](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/not-kitting-around) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Nov 4, 2019 4:24:20 PM [![Not Kitting Around](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1168229636.jpg)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/not-kitting-around) At a time when the emerging concept of the Manufacturing Integrated Platform (MIP) is beginning to fulfill its promise as the first truly holistic and comprehensive manufacturing solution, it’s worth … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/not-kitting-around) Topics:[Manufacturing Integrated Platform](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/manufacturing-integrated-platform)[Quality Management](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/quality-management)[Kitting](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/kitting) ## [Starting: Up (Manufacturing Startups and Inspired New Tech Solutions)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/starting-up-inspired-new-tech-solutions) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Jul 29, 2019 5:04:08 PM [![Starting: Up (Manufacturing Startups and Inspired New Tech Solutions)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1131129558.jpg)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/starting-up-inspired-new-tech-solutions) The Manufacturing sector is becoming more receptive to start-ups and inspired new tech solutions On the surface, the manufacturing sector might seem like an ideal space for technical innovation. But … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/starting-up-inspired-new-tech-solutions) Topics:[Technology](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/technology)[Lean Manufacturing](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/lean-manufacturing)[Industry 4.0](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/industry-4-0) ## [5 Tools to Help Error-Proof, High-Mix Assembly Operations](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/5-tools-to-help-error-proof-high-mix-assembly-operations) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Jun 18, 2019 4:37:52 PM [![5 Tools to Help Error-Proof, High-Mix Assembly Operations](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/airplane_manufacturing.jpg)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/5-tools-to-help-error-proof-high-mix-assembly-operations) High-mix assembly operations have always presented a challenge for manufacturers. For almost the entire history of modern manufacturing, variability has been an obstacle to consistency and quality control. Today, with … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/5-tools-to-help-error-proof-high-mix-assembly-operations) Topics:[Technology](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/technology)[Lean Manufacturing](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/lean-manufacturing) ## [In Sequence](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/in-sequence) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Apr 16, 2019 9:50:41 AM [![In Sequence](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/GettyImages-114288673.jpg)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/in-sequence) Over the course of history, manufacturing environments have become cleaner, safer and more sophisticated. New tools and technologies have led to breakthroughs in consistency, quality, productivity and efficiency. In recent … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/in-sequence) Topics:[Manufacturing Culture](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/manufacturing-culture) ## [The New Factory Floor](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/the-new-factory-floor) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Jan 29, 2019 2:59:59 PM [![The New Factory Floor](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/Aerospace/Aerospace-Ad-03.jpg)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/the-new-factory-floor) Throughout history, the phrase factory floor has evoked images of grit, grime and mechanized industry. The factory floor has long been a quintessentially industrial space, where skilled laborers assemble, craft … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/the-new-factory-floor) Topics:[Technology](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/technology)[Lean Manufacturing](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/lean-manufacturing)[Industry 4.0](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/industry-4-0) ## [What’s the Best Method for Storing & Organizing Part Inspection Images from Your Manufacturing Process?](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/best-method-for-storing-and-organizing-part-inspection-images-from-your-manufacturing-process) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Sep 23, 2015 4:43:00 AM [![What’s the Best Method for Storing & Organizing Part Inspection Images from Your Manufacturing Process?](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/Archive/Vision/visionlaptop.png)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/best-method-for-storing-and-organizing-part-inspection-images-from-your-manufacturing-process) Manufacturers are beginning to realize the need to retain images as product is processed through their systems to help with warranty claim management, improve quality and perform root cause analysis … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/best-method-for-storing-and-organizing-part-inspection-images-from-your-manufacturing-process) Topics:[Educational Topics](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/educational-topics) ## [Join Us in Booth #348 at The Assembly Show 2016 for a Demo of our Traceability Solution](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/visit-booth-339-at-assembly-show-2015-for-a-demo-of-traceability-software) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Sep 19, 2015 9:34:45 AM [![Join Us in Booth #348 at The Assembly Show 2016 for a Demo of our Traceability Solution](https://www.eflexsystems.com/hubfs/Blog/Assembly-show-2015-invite.jpg)](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/visit-booth-339-at-assembly-show-2015-for-a-demo-of-traceability-software) Come and visit eFlex Systems at booth #348 at The Assembly Show 2016 to find out how eFlex Track & Trace, our Traceability & Quality Management Software, can help with … [Read Story **](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/visit-booth-339-at-assembly-show-2015-for-a-demo-of-traceability-software) Topics:[News](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/topic/news) ## [Flexible Assembly Software Tools Available in eFlex Assembly](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/flexible-assembly-software-tools-available-in-eflex-assembly) by [Dan McKiernan](https://www.eflexsystems.com/lean-manufacturing-blog/author/dan-mckiernan), on Sep 8, 2015 1:00:00 PM The eFlex Assembly infrastructure contains a Process Configuration Tool, Process Improvement Tool and Process Engineering Tool that are accessible and visible from the office to the plant floor. 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