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Just-In-Time: Use & Implementation in The Manufacturing World
Just-In-Time: Use & Implementation in The Manufacturing World
Definition
Uses a systems approach to develop and operate a manufacturing system Organizes the production process so that parts are available when they are needed A method for optimizing processes that involves continual reduction of waste
A Reason for Changing Executive Commitment Strategic Manufacturing Plan Commitment to Action
Just-In-Time Techniques
Inventory Reduction as a Tool for Improvement Supplier Relationships Inventory Pull Uniform Plant Loading
Just-In-Time Techniques(contd)
Reduced Setup Times Shop-Floor Layout and Production Cells Total Quality Assurance Preventive Maintenance
A Competitive Edge
Design for Optimum Quality and Cost Minimize resources needed for Design and Manufacturing Be Responsive to the Customers Needs
Advantages of JIT
Reduction of Suppliers Long-term Contracts Reduce Order Scheduling Simplify Receiving Systems Eliminate unpacking Eliminate Inspection Eliminate inventory Stocking Eliminate Excess Material
Respond to Customer Requirements Integrate all Processes in the Manufacturing System Employee Participation in Meeting Commitments Company wide Commitment to education Eliminate redundancy Reduce all Inventory Establish Continuous Improvement Goals
Use a pull Production System Design products for Manufacturing Develop Controllable Production Processes Have a Defect Prevention Program Reduce Setup Times Build Products to Specification