Design and Implementation of a Training Compliance Dashboard for a Regulated Manufacturing Site

Abstract

This article presents the implementation of an automated dashboard for tracking training compliance in a regulated medical device manufacturing environment. The prior manual process based on Excel spreadsheets led to compliance risks and inefficiencies. The DMAIC methodology was applied to define the problem, measure baseline performance, analyze root causes, and implement improvements. A Power BI dashboard integrated with the Learning Management System (LMS) was developed to enable daily data refreshes, real-time monitoring, and proactive email alerts. Post-implementation data demonstrated a significant reduction in overdue trainings, with an average compliance rate of 99.5% and time savings of up to 90% for the Compliance team. The dashboard also increased accountability and audit readiness. This solution demonstrates how business intelligence tools can enhance quality systems and support proactive regulatory compliance in manufacturing operations. Key Terms - Automation, Compliance Tracking, Dashboard, DMAIC, Training Management.