lean production Flashcards
1
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lean production definition
A
a business strategy that minimizes costs and enhances quality by cutting out anything that doesn’t add quality
2
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evaluation of Kaizen
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+ increased productivity due to reduced waste
+ reduces unit costs
+ boosts moral of employees
- logistical difficulties, staff may not wish to be involved
- training costs money and time
- enthusiasm can die out as changes become more difficult
3
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Evaluation of Just in Time
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+ less storage space as lower stock holding
+ less money tied up in stock
+ easier to quality check
- mistakes mean failure to meet customers orders
- very good relations with suppliers needed
- large investment in software
4
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evaluation of cell production
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+ teamwork improves communication
+ multi-skilling can motivate staff
+ more flexible for future business needs
- machinery cant be used as much
- staff amy feel demotivated if they are constantly pushed
- absenteeism is more likely
5
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evaluation of time based management
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+ allows for quicker response to customer’s needs
+ faster new product development
+ reduction in waste
- cannot benefit from economies of scale
- cannot mass produce products fast
- skilled workers needed
