Just-In-Time

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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

Central Themes Surrounding Just-In-Time

Simplicity Quality Elimination of Waste

Prerequisites for JIT Implementation

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

Integrating and Optimizing Improve Continuously Understanding the Customer

Goals of Just-In-Time Systems

Design for Optimum Quality and Cost Minimize resources needed for Design and Manufacturing Be Responsive to the Customers Needs

Goals of Just-In-Time Systems(contd)

Develop Trust and Open Relationships with Suppliers and Customers Develop a Commitment to Improve the Total Manufacturing System

Advantages of JIT

Materials Cost Savings Manufacturing Cost Savings Sales Cost Savings

Elements in Materials Cost Saving

Reduction of Suppliers Long-term Contracts Reduce Order Scheduling Simplify Receiving Systems Eliminate unpacking Eliminate Inspection Eliminate inventory Stocking Eliminate Excess Material

How Just-In-Time Systems Work

Requirements for JIT Manufacturing Firm-wide Commitment Knowledgeable Management

Requirements for JIT

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

Requirements for JIT(contd)

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

A Real World Example

The Toyota Production System

Just-In-Time Manufacturing Systems