LEAN Supply Chain Management Fundamentals

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What is described as everything else, apart from what customers would be willing to pay for?

Non-value adding

What is one of the benefits of cellular manufacturing?

Less WIP and less administration required

Why is stock present in traditional 'push' production systems?

To buffer the unevenness of work and breaks in the chain

What is Takt time related to?

Lead time analysis

What is the main goal of lead time analysis?

To analyze the time it takes to complete a production process

What is the advantage of cellular manufacturing regarding quality control?

It reduces the need for rework

What is the main objective of the VA/NVA ratios?

To raise the ratio of Value Added operations to Non-value Added

What initiates the use of KPIs in a company?

Both company-specific quality and customer complaints

What is an example of a Value Added process?

Designing

What is the first step in identifying the Seven Wastes?

Observe and map the process

What is the purpose of the VA/NVA ratios?

To optimize the ratio of Value Added to Non-value Added operations

What is an example of a Non-value Added process?

Part movement

What happens when a link in the chain breaks?

The chain stops

What is the primary purpose of Pull and Visual Management?

To manage the flow of production and customer demand

What are the characteristics of a good Poka Yoke device?

Simple, cheap, and part of the process

What is the primary benefit of Error Proofing?

Preventing mistakes and providing feedback for correction

What is the main idea behind the 'Pull' concept in production?

Matching production with customer demand

What is the result when the Customer does not pull from the end of the production chain?

The production process stops

What is the main concept behind the Toyota concept of the 7 Wastes?

Identifying areas of inefficiency in the supply chain

What is the primary goal of the 5S technique in lean supply chain management?

Organizing and standardizing the workplace

What is the main objective of Kanban stock control systems?

Managing inventory levels to meet demand

What is the purpose of SMED in lean supply chain management?

Reducing production changeover times

What is the goal of Poka-Yoke in lean supply chain management?

Preventing errors and defects

Learn the basics of lean supply chain management planning, including the 7 wastes concept, and techniques such as 5S, Total Productive Maintenance, and Problem Solving.

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