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What is the primary purpose of SMED in lean supply chain management?
What is the primary purpose of SMED in lean supply chain management?
What does Kaizen represent in lean manufacturing?
What does Kaizen represent in lean manufacturing?
Which of the following best defines Poka Yoke?
Which of the following best defines Poka Yoke?
What is a visual workplace primarily designed for?
What is a visual workplace primarily designed for?
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How does the process chart contribute to lean management?
How does the process chart contribute to lean management?
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What key benefit does team-based continuous improvement provide in manufacturing?
What key benefit does team-based continuous improvement provide in manufacturing?
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Why is it important to utilize digital photography in creating process charts?
Why is it important to utilize digital photography in creating process charts?
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What is a common misconception about Lean tools?
What is a common misconception about Lean tools?
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What does the Japanese word 'Kanban' literally mean?
What does the Japanese word 'Kanban' literally mean?
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Which of the following is NOT a major element of the Kanban system?
Which of the following is NOT a major element of the Kanban system?
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What type of system is Kanban classified as?
What type of system is Kanban classified as?
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Which of the following information is typically NOT provided on a Kanban card?
Which of the following information is typically NOT provided on a Kanban card?
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The Kanban work system was originally developed at which company?
The Kanban work system was originally developed at which company?
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What is the main purpose of a Kanban card in the Kanban system?
What is the main purpose of a Kanban card in the Kanban system?
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In the Single-Card Kanban System, where do 'empty containers' belong?
In the Single-Card Kanban System, where do 'empty containers' belong?
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Which of the following is a benefit of using a visual tool like Kanban?
Which of the following is a benefit of using a visual tool like Kanban?
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What does a typical Kanban card include in terms of customer information?
What does a typical Kanban card include in terms of customer information?
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Which aspect of standardized work does NOT contribute to improving efficiency?
Which aspect of standardized work does NOT contribute to improving efficiency?
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In Kanban terminology, what does the action 'pull' refer to?
In Kanban terminology, what does the action 'pull' refer to?
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How does a typical Kanban system maintain flow in production?
How does a typical Kanban system maintain flow in production?
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What additional location information does a Kanban card provide?
What additional location information does a Kanban card provide?
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In a Kanban system, what does an 'assembly line' generally refer to?
In a Kanban system, what does an 'assembly line' generally refer to?
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Study Notes
Lean Supply Chain Management II
- Course offered by Dr. Melisa Özbiltekin Pala
- Key topics include reminders for project deadlines including:
- October 15, 2024: Deadline for selecting project topic (email submission)
- October 22, 2024: 10-minute presentation on chosen project topic
- November 12, 2024: Interim report presentations, report upload to Moodle
- December 24, 31, & January 7, 2025: Final project presentations
House of Lean
- A visual representation of lean enterprise components
- Highlights key lean concepts and tools
- Depicts the flow of work with value stream mapping, standardized work, and 5S
- Shows how the concepts integrate to create a holistic approach
Lean Tools: Kaizen
- Small, continuous improvements ("kai" = little, "zen" = better)
- Focus on improving processes continuously
- World-class manufacturing outcomes
- Six-step cycle includes:
- Identifying problems
- Analyzing current processes
- Testing solutions
- Creating solutions
- Standardizing the solution
- Documenting standard work flows
Lean Tools: Poka-yoke
- Mistake-proofing strategies
- Eliminates human error by preventing defects
- Defects never get to customers
- Visual aids and methods are used to prevent mistakes.
Lean Tools: SMED
- Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED)
- Aims to reduce setup times to minutes
- Enables high-frequency changeovers
- Continuous improvement, team-based processes
- Keep reducing changeover time and cost for smaller batches
Lean Tools: Process Chart
- Documents work steps visually
- Used for process improvement within teams
- Captures process data, such as time taken and distances
Lean Tools: Visual Workplace
- Fundamental element in Lean
- Systems to share information at-a-glance, eliminating the need for verbal communication
- Important for ease of access, quick understanding, feedback
Lean Tools: Kanban
- Japanese word meaning "card" or "sign"
- A pull system for visual process & project management
- Manufacturing engineers at Toyota were behind its development over 60 years ago
- Kanban visualizes and manages flow and communication
What Kanban Does
- Main components include:
- Defining what to pull
- Deciding when to pull items
- Determining how much to pull
- Specifying where to pull items from/to
A Typical Kanban Card
- Includes information such as:
- Supplier name and stocking location
- Part information (ID, quantity)
- Customer information (storage location, group location)
- Kanban number
The Single-Card Kanban System
- A flow diagram of the receiving post, fabrication cell, and storage area for both Kanban products.
Lean Tools: Standardized Work
- Refers to standardizing best work practices
- Makes work safe and repeatable, with limited variation for high productivity
- It is the optimal combination of employees, equipment, materials, and procedures
Simple Calculations and Terms about Lean Times (Value Stream Mapping Metrics)
- Cycle Time: Time to complete a single unit
- Takt Time: Time between completing one unit and beginning the next
- Lead Time: Covers the entire order fulfillment process, from placement to delivery
- Throughput Time: Time for goods to go through the production process
Lead Time vs Cycle Time
- Lead time considers all steps, including those outside of internal production
- Cycle time is the elapsed time for the internal steps
Takt Time, Cycle Time, and Lead Time
- Calculation example and figures are included in the text
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Explore the essentials of Lean Supply Chain Management in this comprehensive quiz. Key project deadlines and lean concepts such as value stream mapping and Kaizen will be covered. Understand how these components integrate for continuous improvement in processes.
