10-04-2017, 09:39 PM
Just In Time (JIT) Manufacturing
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The Philosophy of JIT
Often termed Lean Systems
All waste must be eliminated (non value items)
Broad view that entire organization must focus on serving customers
JIT is built on simplicity- the simpler the better
Focuses on improving every operation- Kaizen
Install simple visible control systems
Flexibility to produce different models/features
Waste Elimination
Waste is anything other than the minimum amount of equipment, materials, parts, space, and worker s time, which are absolutely essential to add value to the product.
Breaking down the problem.
Getting the material needed
Having enough inventory of material to support production
Not having too much inventory and extra costs.