The Human-Centric SMED

The Human-Centric SMED (H-SMED) is an evolution of the classical methodology introduced by Shingo to manage setup process, which particularly suitable for companies where involves activities with high human content, that can be hardly transformed into external operations performed during machine uptime. H-SMED integrates Industry 4.0 tools, as MES Data Analysis, Lean Management and Ergonomics a new attention centrality workers, in order guide transition towards next 5.0. developed four phases, devolved to: (1) understanding changeover process; (2) identifying potential improvements; (3) moving from proposal practice; (4) training control, continuous improvement cycle. case study world-wide known company fashion eyewear industry proposed validate framework, reporting 44% reduction duration.