Topic 17 - Lean Production

Lean production

A production method focused on reducing waste and improving efficiency.

Main goal of lean production

To eliminate waste and improve productivity.

Four lean production techniques

Just-in-Time, Kaizen, Cell Production, Time-Based Management.

Just-in-Time (JIT)

A system where stock arrives only when needed for production.

Advantage of JIT

Reduces storage and inventory costs.

Disadvantage of JIT

Production stops if stock is delayed.

Kaizen

Continuous improvement through small, regular staff suggestions.

Benefit of Kaizen

Improves quality and builds teamwork.

Cell production

Work is divided into teams, each responsible for a task in production.

Benefit of cell production

Increases motivation and reduces time waste.

Time-based management

Aims to reduce lead times and respond quickly to customer needs.

Benefit of time-based management

Faster production and improved competitiveness.

Two benefits of lean production

Lower costs and better product quality.

High reliance on suppliers or expensive staff