Production management system, production management method and program

Abstract

To provide a production management system capable of motivating workers repeatedly performing same work.SOLUTION: A production management system includes a receiving part 11 for receiving a report that work performed by a worker has been completed, a counting part 12 for counting the number of reports of completion received by the receiving part 11, an arithmetic part 13 for acquiring an acquired point obtained by multiplying a numeric value counted by the counting part 12 by a coefficient set depending on each worker, and a display part 15 for displaying, on a display device 18, an avatar having been changed according to acquired points.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a production management system, a production management method, and a program. [Background technology]

[0002] There have been production management systems that can display the production efficiency of a production line in an easy-to-understand manner and manage the production line (see, for example, Patent Document 1). The production management system described in Patent Document 1 calculates the current actual process number based on process completion information and outputs it to a monitor.

[0003] In the production management system, the progress status can be displayed on the inserting machine monitor installed at each production site. This allows the operator to be prompted to speed up the pace of work if the operator is behind schedule. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] JP 2012-174019 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, workers on a production line are required to repeatedly perform the same tasks, which are often simple tasks. In such cases, the workers' motivation to work decreases and their concentration is easily broken.

[0006] In a production management system such as that described in Patent Document 1, a worker can be encouraged to speed up the pace of work when the worker is behind the target, but this has little effect on increasing the worker's motivation.

[0007] The present invention has been made in consideration of the above circumstances, and has an object to provide a production management system, a production management method, and a program that can increase the motivation of workers who repeatedly perform the same tasks. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] One embodiment of the production management system of the present invention comprises a reception unit that receives completion of work by a worker, a counting unit that counts the number of completions received by the reception unit, a calculation unit that multiplies the number counted by the counting unit by a coefficient set according to the worker to obtain earned points, and a display unit that displays on a display device an avatar that has been changed according to the earned points.

[0009] One embodiment of the production management method of the present invention includes a reception step of receiving that a worker has completed work, a counting step of counting the number of completions received in the reception step, a calculation step of multiplying the number counted in the counting step by a coefficient set in accordance with the worker to obtain earned points, and a display step of displaying on a display device an avatar that has been changed in accordance with the earned points.

[0010] A program according to one aspect of the present invention is a program for causing at least one processor to execute each step of the above-described production management method. Effect of the Invention

[0011] The production management system, production management method, and program according to the above aspects of the present invention have the advantage that they can increase the motivation of workers who perform the same tasks repeatedly. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0012] [Figure 1] 1 is a block diagram of a system including a production management device according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Diagram 2] 13 is a diagram illustrating an example of a table used for determination by a title determination unit according to the embodiment. FIG. [Diagram 3] 4 is a flowchart showing an example of an operation of the production management device according to the embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a schematic image diagram showing an example of a display screen of the display device according to the embodiment. [Diagram 5] FIG. 2 is a schematic image diagram showing an example of a display screen of the display device according to the embodiment. [Figure 6] FIG. 2 is a schematic image diagram showing an example of a display screen of the display device according to the embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 2 is a schematic image diagram showing an example of a display screen of the display device according to the embodiment. [Figure 8] FIG. 2 is a schematic image diagram showing an example of a display screen of the display device according to the embodiment. [Figure 9] FIG. 2 is a schematic image diagram showing an example of a display screen of the display device according to the embodiment. [Figure 10] FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating an example of a table related to a status according to the embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0013] <Embodiment>

[0014] Hereinafter, the production management system according to the present embodiment will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0015] The production management system counts the number of completed tasks performed by a worker, and changes the worker's avatar 5 according to a numerical value (hereinafter, "acquired points") obtained by multiplying the counted numerical value by a coefficient, and displays the result on a display device 4. According to the production management system, a worker can change his / her avatar 5 by completing tasks, so that the worker can not only complete tasks but also be given an element that changes the avatar 5, and thus can increase motivation (enthusiasm) for the work. Moreover, since a coefficient can be set corresponding to each worker, a handicap can be set for the acquired points, and inequality in acquiring the acquired points among a plurality of workers can be reduced. As a result, even a worker who only performs tasks such as repeating simple tasks can be motivated and can improve his / her concentration on the work. As a result, the worker can increase the speed of the work, and an improvement in productivity can be expected.

[0016] In the following embodiment, a production management device 100 in which most of the functions of the production management system are integrated in one housing will be described. However, it is not essential for the production management system to have multiple functions integrated in one housing, and for example, the components of the production management system may be distributed across multiple housings. In addition, some of the functions of the production management system may be realized by cloud (cloud computing) or the like.

[0017] 1, the entire system including the production management device 100 includes a data input unit 3, the production management device 100, and a display device 4. The data input unit 3, the production management device 100, and the display device 4 are connected to each other so as to be able to communicate with each other via wire or wirelessly.

[0018] An example of a task performed by a worker is a process in a product production line. A task is something that a worker performs repeatedly, for example, the result of completing one task is placed on a conveyer belt and handed over to the next worker. The result of completing one task may be one or multiple results. Note that "task" in this specification is not limited to work along a production line, and may also be, for example, a task in which the result of completing one task is collected in a storage box. In other words, "task" only needs to be able to count the completion of one task.

[0019] (Data Entry Section 3)

[0020] The data input unit 3 inputs the number of completed tasks performed by the worker into the system. The data input unit 3 according to this embodiment detects the result of the completed task, and inputs the completed number "1" to the production management device 100 based on this. The data input unit 3 may be, for example, a sensor attached to the belt conveyor. Examples of the sensor include a non-contact sensor such as a photoelectric sensor installed so as to intersect with the conveying direction of the belt conveyor, a contact sensor such as a pressure sensor, a camera, an infrared sensor, a laser sensor, various displacement sensors, and the like. The data input unit 3 may also count by object recognition in a camera image.

[0021] The data input unit 3 is not limited to inputting the completion number "1" when one product is detected by the sensor. For example, when multiple products are produced in one task, the completion number "1" may be inputted when all of the multiple products are detected. Also, for example, in the case of a task of "cutting vegetables," the cut vegetables are the product, and the completion number "1" may be inputted when the cut vegetables exceed a predetermined weight.

[0022] The data input unit 3 may determine the degree of completion of the work product, and input a completion number of "1" when it is determined that the product is completed. This allows defective products to not be entered as the completion number. The degree of completion may be determined automatically by the system's functions, or by the worker of the next process on the production line. Defective products may be processed so as not to be entered as the completion number, or once the defective products have been entered as the completion number, the number of defective products may be subtracted from the total completion number.

[0023] The data input unit 3 does not have to automatically detect the number of completed tasks using a sensor. The data input unit 3 may be, for example, an input device that inputs that a task has been completed by a worker or a manager. Examples of the input device include a mouse, a keyboard, a microphone, and a touch panel.

[0024] The data on the number of completed items input by the data input unit 3 is transmitted from the data input unit 3 to the production management device 100.

[0025] (Production management device 100)

[0026] The production management device 100 executes processing such as graphics based on the number of completed tasks transmitted from the data input unit 3, and displays it on the display device 4. The production management device 100 includes, for example, a personal computer or a server computer. That is, the production management device 100 includes a computer system having one or more processors and a memory. At least a part of the functions of the production management device 100 is realized by the processor of the computer system executing a program recorded in the memory of the computer system. The program may be recorded in the memory, or may be provided via a telecommunication line such as the Internet, or may be recorded in a non-transitory recording medium such as a memory card and provided.

[0027] 1, the production management device 100 includes a processing unit 1 that executes processing of the production management device 100, and a storage unit 2. The processing unit 1 is realized by a processor that executes various processes according to programs stored in a storage. Examples of the processor include a CPU (Central Processing Unit), an MPU (Micro Processing Unit), a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), and a microprocessor.

[0028] The storage unit 2 stores information handled by the production management device 100. The storage unit 2 is realized by, for example, a Read Only Memory (ROM), a Random Access Memory (RAM), an Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM), a Hard disk drive (HDD), a Solid State Drive (SSD), or the like. It may also be a combination of these.

[0029] The processing unit 1 includes a reception unit 11, a counting unit 12, a calculation unit 13, a title determination unit 14, and a display unit 15. The reception unit 11, the counting unit 12, the calculation unit 13, the title determination unit 14, and the display unit 15 merely indicate functions realized by the production management device 100, and do not necessarily indicate actual configurations.

[0030] The reception unit 11 receives data on the number of completed tasks sent from the data input unit 3. When the reception unit 11 receives data on the number of completed tasks from the data input unit 3, the reception unit 11 treats the data as information associating the worker with the number of completed tasks, and outputs the information on the number of completed tasks to the counting unit 12. When there are multiple workers, the reception unit 11 receives data on the number of completed tasks separately for each worker, and treats the data as information associating the worker with the number of completed tasks.

[0031] The counting unit 12 counts the number of completions received by the receiving unit 11. When the number of completed tasks by a worker, "1", is input, the counting unit 12 counts the number of completed tasks as +1 (the counted number may be referred to as the "count value"). In addition, when the number of completed tasks resulting from work performed for a certain period of time is input collectively from the data input unit 3, the counting unit 12 counts the corresponding number of 2 or more. For example, when the number of completed tasks, "10", is input, the counting unit 12 counts the count value by "+10". Information on the count value counted by the counting unit 12 is output to the calculation unit 13.

[0032] The calculation unit 13 calculates the acquired points by multiplying the count value input from the counting unit 12 by a coefficient set according to the worker. The coefficient set according to the worker is a setting value for reducing the difference in acquired points. The coefficient is not particularly limited, but is preferably 0.7 to 2, more preferably 0.8 to 1.5, and even more preferably 0.9 to 1.3.

[0033] The coefficients are preferably set by a person who has knowledge of a plurality of workers. Examples of a person who manages a plurality of workers include a production line manager, a supervisor, or the president of the company.

[0034] The factors taken into account include, for example, physical handicaps, age, place of work, position, concurrent work with other tasks, years of service, job title, qualifications, height, weight, sex, physical ability, etc. Physical handicaps include, for example, being disabled, having poor eyesight, or being hard of hearing.

[0035] In addition, the item considered as the coefficient is not limited to one element, and may be set by multiplying multiple elements. For example, the first index may be an index related to the location, the second index may be an index related to the attributes of the worker, and the coefficient may be calculated by multiplying the first index and the second index.

[0036] The location index is set by taking into consideration, for example, whether the work location is near a business telephone, whether the work location is near a parts receiving area, whether there are interrupting tasks in the work, whether the work environment is poor, whether there is a tendency to work with defective or shoddy products, whether there is a need to operate the machine's control panel in addition to the work, whether the worker is responsible for recovering from machine breakdowns or errors, whether the work content is specialized, whether the equipment used is easy to operate, and whether the work is easy and efficient depending on the product.

[0037] Indices relating to worker attributes are set taking into consideration, for example, years of experience, whether differences in height make it easier to work, whether a worker has a physical handicap, whether a worker has special abilities that require them to take on tasks other than their normal work, etc.

[0038] The coefficient may be set based on the calorie consumption. For example, the first index may be an index related to the location, the second index may be an index considering the calorie consumption per task, and the coefficient may be calculated by multiplying the first index and the second index.

[0039] The coefficients are stored in the storage unit 2 in one-to-one correspondence with a plurality of workers. In addition, when a worker belongs to a certain department in a company, the storage unit 2 stores not only the coefficients but also the department to which the worker belongs in correspondence with the worker.

[0040] When the calculation unit 13 receives the count value information from the counting unit 12, it references the worker's name (including the ID corresponding to the worker) and obtains a coefficient corresponding to the worker from the storage unit 2. Then, the calculation unit 13 multiplies the count value by the coefficient to calculate the earned points. The calculation unit 13 outputs the information on the earned points obtained by the calculation to the title determination unit 14.

[0041] The title determination unit 14 determines a title based on the acquired points, and assigns the title to the worker. The memory unit 2 stores a determination table used when determining a title. As shown in FIG. 2, the determination table associates required points, which are the threshold of acquired points, with titles and levels. The title determination unit 14 refers to the determination table and determines a title based on the acquired points. For example, if the acquired points are "25", the title determination unit 14 determines that "Knight", which requires 20 or more points, is the title of the worker. After the determination, the title determination unit 14 assigns the determined title and level to the worker's name. Information regarding the title assigned to the worker's name is output to the display unit 15.

[0042] As shown in Figure 2, titles include Pawn, Bishop, Knight, Silver General, Gold General, Bishop, Rook, King, God, and Legend, but these are merely examples and there are no particular restrictions.

[0043] The display unit 15 changes the avatar 5 of the corresponding worker according to the title determined by the title determination unit 14, and displays the changed avatar on the display device 4. That is, the display unit 15 displays the avatar 5 changed according to the acquired points on the display device 4.

[0044] An avatar 5 is set for each worker. Examples of the avatar 5 include people, animals, characters resembling the worker, plants, machines, and imaginary characters (e.g., dragons, unicorns, etc.). The avatar 5 displayed on the display unit 15 may be an avatar 5 selected by the worker, or all workers may have the same character. In addition, the avatar 5 may be obtained by the worker himself and imported into the system using a USB memory or the like.

[0045] A change in the avatar 5 means a change in graphics. Examples of changes include a change in the posture of the avatar 5, a change in movement, a change in clothing or clothing worn, a physical change, a change in vehicle, a change in color, and the like. Examples of a change in posture include a change in posture to a sitting posture, a half-squat posture, a standing posture, and the like. Examples of a change in movement include a change in movement such as walking, running, jumping, flying, swimming, dancing, laughing, crying, sleeping, and the like. Examples of items worn include a crown, a medal, a badge, a weapon, protective gear, a mask, a cloak, and the like. Examples of physical changes include an increase in muscle mass, a change in hair color, becoming taller, and a change in appearance within a conceptually similar object (e.g., from a dog to a horse to a lion). Examples of a change in vehicle include a change in the vehicle that the avatar 5 rides on. Examples of vehicles include a change in type such as a tricycle, a bicycle, a motorcycle, a car, an airplane, and the like, and a change within one type (from a light vehicle to a regular car to a luxury car).

[0046] The display unit 15 according to the present embodiment changes the avatar 5 according to the title determined by the title determination unit 14, but the avatar 5 may be changed, for example, not only when the title is determined but also when the acquired points exceed a certain numerical value. For example, the avatar 5 may be changed in behavior when the acquired points reach a convenient round number such as 100 points. Also, the avatar 5 may be gradually changed as the acquired points increase by one point.

[0047] As shown in FIG. 4 and other figures, the display unit 15 preferably displays a plurality of avatars 5 on one display screen. A different worker is assigned to each of the plurality of avatars 5. As shown in FIG. 7 and other figures, the display unit 15 preferably puts on an article of clothing such as a crown 8 on the avatar 5 that has acquired the most points at that time. This configuration allows the worker to visually check not only the changes in his or her own avatar 5 but also the avatars 5 of other workers, which can stimulate a competitive spirit. As a result, motivation for work can be improved and the work speed can be increased.

[0048] Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 7 and the like, the display unit 15 may display a total value obtained by adding up the count values ​​of a plurality of workers. For example, the display unit 15 displays "Total" in the upper right corner of the screen, and displays the total value of the count values ​​of a plurality of workers adjacent to it. For example, by displaying a plurality of workers belonging to the same department on one display screen, the total count value for each department can be displayed. The total count value for a department can be said to be the proficiency level of the work of the department, so that the manager of the production line can consider the placement of workers on the production line by referring to the total count value for the department. Furthermore, the total value of the count value for each department may be imported into a BI (Business Intelligence) tool and displayed as a graph.

[0049] (Display device 4)

[0050] The display screen of the display device 4 is controlled by the display unit 15 of the production management device 100. The display screen of the display device 4 is displayed based on information about the avatar 5 output from the display unit 15. The display device 4 may be a large display installed in a place where multiple workers can always see it, or a small display installed at each worker's work location. Furthermore, a terminal owned by each worker may be used as the display device 4. Examples of the display device 4 include a monitor, a display, a touch display, a projector, a smartphone, a tablet terminal, a notebook PC, VR goggles, and a head-mounted display.

[0051] (flowchart)

[0052] Next, an example of the operation of the production management device 100 according to this embodiment will be described with reference to a flowchart.

[0053] The management method using the production management device 100 (sometimes referred to as the "production management method") sequentially includes a preparation step (ST1), a reception step (ST2, 3), a counting step (ST4), a calculation step (ST5), a display step (ST6, 7, 8), and a storage step (ST9).

[0054] The preparation step involves preparation of the production management device 100. In the preparation step, initial settings are made, and operators are registered and target values ​​and the like according to the operators are set (ST1).

[0055] FIG. 4 shows an example of a screen for performing initial settings (hereinafter, a setting screen). The setting screen includes a status area 6 for displaying a status, an area in which multiple avatars 5 are arranged, and multiple input boxes 61, 62 corresponding to each avatar 5. The multiple avatars 5 correspond to work locations on a work line. FIG. 4 shows a case in which work locations are arranged in the order of a first work location, a second work location, a third work location, and a fourth work location along a work line, and "employee A" is placed at the first work location, "employee B" is placed at the second work location, "employee C" is placed at the third work location, and "employee D" is placed at the fourth work location. Of the input boxes 61, 62, an employee number is entered in the upper input box 61, and a target value for the worker is entered in the lower input box 62. When an employee number is entered in the upper input box 61, the name of the worker assigned to the employee number (in the illustrated example, "employee A", "employee B", etc.) is read from the storage unit 2 and displayed.

[0056] The status area 6 displays "target value", "achievement", "Count", "Point", "Lv (hereinafter, level)", "title", and "comment". "Target value" is a target value for the number of tasks completed by the worker (count value). The target value is linked to the lower input box 62, and reflects the value input in the lower input box 62. "achievement" displays the total number of tasks completed (count value) in the corresponding work place. For example, in one work place, the first and second workers may be switched depending on the time period. In this case, "achievement" displays the total of the count value of the first worker and the count value of the second worker. "Count" displays the number of tasks completed (count value). "Point" displays the points acquired by the worker. "Level" displays the level value corresponding to the points acquired by the worker. "Title" displays the title corresponding to the points acquired by the worker. "Comment" displays a comment associated with the title in a table, as shown in FIG. 3.

[0057] Once the various settings for the worker have been completed on the setting screen, the preparation step is completed by pressing the "Start Production" button. The screen at this point is shown in Figure 5. In the initial setting, the points acquired are zero, so each avatar 5 is in a half-crouching position. If the contents of the previous work are to be carried over, the status at the end of the previous work is automatically entered by pressing the "Load previous data" button.

[0058] In the reception step, after the start of production, the fact that the worker has completed the work is received (ST2, 3). When the worker completes one work, data on the number of completed work is input from the data input unit 3 to the reception unit 11.

[0059] Next, a counting step is executed to count the number of completed tasks. In the counting step, the number of completed tasks accepted in the accepting step is counted, and a count value can be obtained. The count value is reflected in the "Results" and "Count" in the status area 6 as described above.

[0060] Next, a calculation step is executed to calculate the acquired points based on the count value (ST5). In the calculation step, the acquired points can be calculated by multiplying the count value by a coefficient. The acquired points are reflected in "Point" in the status area 6.

[0061] Next, a display step is executed. In the display step, the level and title are determined based on the acquired points by referring to the table in Fig. 2. Then, the "title" and "level" in the status area 6 are updated based on the determined level and title.

[0062] At this time, when the level increases, a level-up effect is performed (ST7, 8). In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, the avatar 5 rotates as an example of the level-up effect (see the avatar of employee A). Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 7, a sparkling graphic display 7 may be displayed as the level-up effect (see the avatar of employee D). Also, the avatar 5 with the highest "Count" (count value) at that time is worn with a crown 8.

[0063] FIG. 8 shows the display screen as the work progresses. As shown in FIG. 8, as the level increases, the posture of the avatar 5 changes from a crouching position. Here, employee D is at level "1" and has the title "Infantryman", so his avatar 5 is in a crouching position. Meanwhile, employee C is at level "4" and has the title "Silver General", so his avatar 5 has changed to a walking position. Also, employee C has the highest "Count" (count value) at "53", but his "Points" (acquired points), calculated by multiplying the count value by a coefficient, are smaller than employee B. Specifically, the coefficient for employee B is set to 1.2, and the coefficient for employee C is set to 0.7.

[0064] Next, the display screen when the task has progressed further is shown in Fig. 9. As shown in Fig. 9, Employee B's "Points" (acquired points) have reached the target, so a carpet is laid under Avatar 5. Furthermore, Employee B is at level "10" and has the title "Legend", so he has changed into a running posture.

[0065] The processes from ST3 to ST9 are performed instantly, and when the user presses the "SAVE and Finish" button, the status of the worker at that time is saved in the storage unit 2. In addition, when the system is started next time, the status at the time of termination can be inherited by reading the stored status in the initial settings (ST9).

[0066] The status stored here is saved in a database format or the like. The stored status may be saved in association with a date as a daily report. Specifically, the status is saved as a data table. As an example of a data table saved in the memory unit 2, as shown in FIG. 10, the table items include report ID, report No., department ID, position ID, employee ID, level, EXP (experience points), production results, points earned, creation time, update time, employee name, target value, handicap (person), cleared point threshold, title, comment, handicap (location), etc.

[0067] The points acquired are stored in association with the employee name (employee ID) and department ID. The department ID is associated with the department name in the department table, for example. The handicap (physical) is a handicap related to a person, and the handicap (location) is a handicap related to a location.

[0068] (Modification)

[0069] The above embodiment is merely one of various embodiments of the present invention. The embodiment can be modified in various ways depending on the design, etc., as long as the object of the present invention can be achieved. Modifications of the embodiment are listed below. The modifications described below can be applied in appropriate combination.

[0070] In the above embodiment, the avatars 5 are lined up in a row on the display screen of the display device 4, but for example, if the production line flows in a U shape, the multiple avatars 5 may also be lined up in a U shape to match the flow of the production line. In other words, the multiple avatars 5 may be arranged to match the production line.

[0071] The production management method according to the above embodiment includes the preparation step, the reception step, the counting step, the calculation step, the display step, and the storage step, but the preparation step and the storage step may be omitted.

[0072] In the above embodiment, when the goal is achieved, a carpet is laid under the avatar 5. However, for example, the avatar 5 may wear a necklace.

[0073] In the above embodiment, the crown 8 is worn by the avatar 5 with the highest "Count" (counting value) at that point during work, but a spotlight may be shone on the avatar 5. Also, the crown 8 may be worn and the spotlight may be shone on the avatar 5 at the same time. Also, the crown 8 may be worn and the spotlight may be shone on the avatar 5 with the most acquired points, rather than the avatar 5 with the highest "Count" (counting value) at that point during work.

[0074] A medal may be awarded to the avatar 5 that updates its best count value or increase in acquired points at regular time intervals (for example, every hour) from the start. This is expected to improve the work speed of the worker.

[0075] In the above embodiment, in the initial setting, a worker is assigned to an avatar 5 by inputting an employee number. However, instead of inputting an employee number, the worker's name may be identified, for example, by an employee ID card with an IC chip or RFID built in, a QR code (registered trademark), etc., and assigned to an avatar.

[0076] The number of medals won, the number of crowns won, etc. may be recorded in the memory unit 2 so that they can be output as a report when the worker is evaluated.

[0077] (summary)

[0078] As described above, the production management device 100 of the first embodiment comprises a reception unit 11 that receives completion of work by a worker, a counting unit 12 that counts the number of completions received by the reception unit 11, a calculation unit 13 that multiplies the number counted by the counting unit 12 by a coefficient set according to the worker to obtain the earned points, and a display unit 15 that displays on the display device 4 an avatar 5 that has been changed according to the earned points.

[0079] According to this embodiment, the avatar 5 changes according to the acquired points, so that the worker can work while being motivated by the change in his / her avatar 5. Moreover, since the acquired points are a numerical value multiplied by a coefficient set for each worker, the ease of changing the avatar 5 can be adjusted, and inequality among workers can be reduced. As a result, the motivation of workers who repeatedly perform the same work can be increased.

[0080] In the production management device 100 of the second aspect, in the first aspect, the reception unit 11 is capable of receiving the number of tasks completed by multiple workers, the calculation unit 13 obtains the points earned by each of the multiple workers, and the display unit 15 displays multiple avatars 5 on one display device 4.

[0081] According to this aspect, it is possible to create a competitive spirit against other workers, and to further increase motivation for the work.

[0082] In the production management device 100 according to the third embodiment, in the second embodiment, the display unit 15 causes the display device 4 to display a total numerical value obtained by adding up the counted values ​​of the number of completions by a plurality of workers.

[0083] According to this aspect, the count value of the number of completed tasks can be displayed as a total value for multiple workers, allowing managers, etc. to consider the placement of workers on a production line, etc., in units of multiple workers.

[0084] In the production management device 100 according to the fourth aspect, in any one of the first to third aspects, the display unit 15 changes the avatar 5 as a change in response to the acquired points when the acquired points reach or exceed a threshold value.

[0085] According to this embodiment, a threshold for changing the avatar 5 can be set, making it easier to control the motivation of the worker.

[0086] The production management method according to the fifth aspect includes a receiving step of receiving that a worker has completed work, a counting step of counting the number of completed tasks received in the receiving step, a calculation step of multiplying the number counted in the counting step by a coefficient set in accordance with the worker to obtain earned points, and a display step of displaying on a display device 4 an avatar 5 that has been changed in accordance with the earned points.

[0087] According to this aspect, it is possible to increase the motivation of a worker who repeatedly performs the same work.

[0088] A program according to a sixth aspect is a program for causing at least one processor to execute each step of the production management method of the fifth aspect.

[0089] According to this aspect, it is possible to provide a program that can increase the motivation of a worker who repeatedly performs the same work.

[0090] In the production management device 100 according to the seventh embodiment, the earned points are stored in association with the employee name (employee ID) and the department ID.

[0091] According to this embodiment, the accumulated value acquired by each employee can be managed for each manufacturing department, so that the manager can grasp the proficiency and experience of each employee for each manufacturing department. [Explanation of symbols]

[0092] 100 Production management device (production management system) 1 Processing section 11 Reception 12. Counting Department 13 Arithmetic section 14 Title Judgment Department 15 Display section 2 Storage section 3 Data Entry Section 4 Display device 5. Avatar

Claims

1. a receiving unit that receives the completion of a task by a worker as data on the number of completed tasks transmitted from a sensor that detects a product resulting from the completion of the task; a counting unit that counts the number of completions accepted by the accepting unit; a calculation unit that multiplies the value counted by the counting unit by a coefficient set according to the worker to obtain earned points; a display unit that displays an avatar that has been changed according to the acquired points on a display device; Equipped with Production management system.

2. the receiving unit is capable of receiving the number of tasks completed by a plurality of workers, the calculation unit acquires earned points for each of the plurality of workers, the display unit displays a plurality of the avatars on one display device; The production management system according to claim 1 .

3. the display unit causes the display device to display a total numerical value obtained by adding up the values ​​of the numbers of completions by the plurality of workers. The production management system according to claim 2 .

4. the display unit changes the avatar as a change according to the acquired points when the acquired points reach or exceed a threshold. The production management system according to claim 1 .

5. The sensor includes at least one of a non-contact sensor including a photoelectric sensor, a contact sensor including a pressure-sensitive sensor, a camera, an infrared sensor, and a laser sensor. The production management system according to claim 1 .

6. The reception unit, the counting unit, the calculation unit, and the display unit are included in a production management device, the sensor is provided separately from the production management device and is included in a data input unit connected to the production management device; The production management system according to claim 1 .

7. A production management method executed by a production management system, comprising: a receiving step of receiving the completion of the work by the worker as data of the number of completed works transmitted from a sensor that detects the deliverables resulting from the completion of the work; a counting step of counting the number of completions received in the receiving step; a calculation step of multiplying the value counted by the counting step by a coefficient set according to the worker to obtain earned points; a display step of displaying on a display device an avatar that has been changed in accordance with the acquired points. Production management methods.

8. A program for causing at least one processor to execute each step of the production management method described in claim 7.

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