Precision Dynamics: 20% Safety Improvement Through Digital Signage
"Digital signage transformed how we communicate on the factory floor. Safety incidents are down 20%, production visibility has improved dramatically, and our employees feel more connected to company goals. The real-time dashboards have created a culture of continuous improvement."
— James Rodriguez, Plant Manager, Precision Dynamics
Company Overview
| Company | Precision Dynamics |
| Industry | Precision Metal Manufacturing |
| Facility Size | 380,000 sq. ft. |
| Employees | 1,200 (3 shifts) |
| Production Lines | 14 |
| Annual Revenue | $285 million |
| SignageStudio Customer Since | February 2024 |
The Challenge
Precision Dynamics, a manufacturer of precision metal components for aerospace and automotive industries, faced critical communication challenges:
Safety Communication Gaps
- Safety information posted on static boards was often overlooked
- 12 recordable safety incidents in the previous year
- Employees not consistently aware of changing safety protocols
- Near-miss reporting was inconsistent
Production Visibility
- Real-time production data existed in systems but wasn't visible to floor workers
- Shift handoffs relied on verbal communication and paper logs
- Quality issues sometimes persisted across shifts before being addressed
Employee Engagement
- Only 36% of manufacturing employees feel engaged at work
- Workers felt disconnected from company goals and performance
- Recognition happened in small team meetings, limiting visibility
Communication Barriers
- Noisy environment made announcements ineffective
- Multi-lingual workforce (English, Spanish, Vietnamese)
- Shift workers missed communications from day-shift leadership
The Solution
Precision Dynamics deployed SignageStudio across their facility:
Display Network
- 42 industrial-grade displays throughout the factory floor
- 6 video walls at key production line clusters
- Break room displays for company news and recognition
- Entrance displays showing safety metrics and daily focus
- Quality station monitors with defect tracking
Content Categories
| Content Type | Airtime | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Alerts & Reminders | 35% | Protocols, incident prevention, PPE reminders |
| Production Dashboards | 30% | Real-time KPIs, line status, quality metrics |
| Company News & Recognition | 20% | Achievements, milestones, employee spotlights |
| Training Reinforcement | 10% | Procedure reminders, certification updates |
| General Information | 5% | Weather, cafeteria menu, HR announcements |
Real-Time Data Integration
- Connected to MES (Manufacturing Execution System) for production data
- Quality management system integration for defect tracking
- Safety reporting system for incident-free day counters
- HR system for recognition and anniversary displays
The Results
After 20 months of operation, the impact has been substantial:
Safety Improvement
Industry studies show real-time safety alerts can reduce incidents by up to 20%—Precision Dynamics achieved exactly this benchmark.
Productivity Gains
| Metric | Before | After | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Production visibility | Limited | Real-time | 100% |
| Shift handoff issues | 8/month | 2/month | -75% |
| Quality defect detection | 4+ hours | < 30 min | -87% |
| Employee productivity | Baseline | +15% | +15% |
90% of manufacturers rely on digital signage to reinforce training and improve productivity.
Employee Engagement
- Employee satisfaction increased 22% per annual survey
- Recognition program participation up 340%
- Voluntary turnover reduced by 18%
- Training compliance improved to 98%
Key Implementations
The Safety Dashboard
Every employee sees upon entering the facility:
- Days since last recordable incident (prominent counter)
- Today's safety focus (rotating emphasis areas)
- Near-miss of the week (anonymous learning opportunity)
- PPE reminders for specific areas
Real-Time Production Dashboards
Each production line displays:
- Current vs. target production rates
- Quality metrics (first-pass yield, defect rate)
- Machine status (running, idle, maintenance)
- Shift goals and progress
"When workers can see exactly how their line is performing compared to target, they self-correct. We've seen a 15% productivity improvement just from visibility." — Production Supervisor
Employee Recognition Board
Break room displays feature:
- Safety champion of the month
- Production excellence awards
- Work anniversaries and milestones
- Quality call-outs for defect catches
Employee Feedback
"I've worked here for 12 years and never felt this connected to how we're doing as a company. Seeing our production numbers in real-time makes you want to do better. And the safety reminders—I actually notice them now because they change."
— CNC Operator, 2nd Shift
"The multi-language support is huge. We have teammates who are more comfortable in Spanish or Vietnamese. Now everyone gets the same information at the same time."
— Line Supervisor
ROI Summary
| Investment | Amount |
|---|---|
| Hardware (48 industrial displays, players) | $186,000 |
| Installation and infrastructure | $52,000 |
| MES/Quality system integration | $35,000 |
| SignageStudio business license | $9,600/year |
| Total Initial Investment | $282,600 |
| Annual Returns | Amount |
|---|---|
| Safety incident cost reduction | $240,000 |
| Productivity gains (15%) | $1,200,000+ |
| Reduced turnover costs | $180,000 |
| Training efficiency | $45,000 |
| ROI Achieved | 3 months |