![]() ![]() Reduce Lead Times (production and delivery): Production lead times can be reduced by moving work stations closer together, applying group technology, and cellular manufacturing concepts, reducing queue length, and improving the coordination and cooperation between successive processes.Close cooperation with suppliers is necessary to achieve reductions in order lot sizes for purchased items, since this will require more frequent deliveries. Reduce Lot Sizes (manufacturing and purchase): Reducing setup times allows economical production of smaller lots.This can be done through better planning, process redesign, and product redesign. Reduce or Eliminate Setup Times: aim for single digit setup times (less than 10 minutes) or “one-touch” setup.An end item‟s bill of materials is periodically exploded to calculate the usage quantities of the various components that were used to make the item, eliminating the need to collect detailed usage information on the shop floor. Also, permits the use of backflushing to manage inventory. Meet demand fluctuations through end-item inventory rather than through fluctuations in production level. Also, establish a mixed model assembly to produce roughly the same mix of products each day, using a repeating sequence if several products are produced on the same line. Establish freeze windows to prevent changes in the production plan for some period of time. Stabilize and level the MPS with uniform plant loading (heijunka in Japanese): Create a uniform load on all work centers through constant daily production.What are the Elements of Just in Time Production? Just in Time production, also known as lean production or stockless production, attempts to improve profits and return on investment by reducing inventory levels (increasing the inventory turnover rate), reducing variability, improving product quality, reducing production and delivery lead times, and reducing other costs (such as those associated with machine setup and equipment breakdown). Back to: OPERATIONS, LOGISTICS, & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT How is the JIT Inventory System Used? ![]() ![]() Just in Time can also be defined as “a philosophy of manufacturing based on planned elimination of all waste and on continuous improvement of productivity”. ![]()
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