A few years ago, I visited a factory and observed workers racing against time on the production line. The strange thing was that sometimes they had to wait idly, while at other times they were working excessively hard. This inconsistency affected the entire production process. The management team was unhappy with productivity, employees were constantly […]
Category Archives: Kaizen Implementation Guide
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Lean Production Techniques and Application Examples In the first part, we looked at the basics of lean production and Toyota’s JIT system. Now let’s take a closer look at lean production techniques, ERP integration, real-life examples and other important topics. Lean Production Techniques: SMED, Poka-Yoke and Kaizen Lean manufacturing involves many techniques and methods to […]
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In today’s competitive business world, companies need to increase efficiency, reduce costs and increase productivity. This is exactly where Lean Manufacturing comes into play. This powerful method, which enables companies to gain a competitive advantage by optimizing production processes and eliminating waste, offers great opportunities, especially for production managers and engineers: Creating more value with […]
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What is Gemba? A Journey to the Heart of Business Processes In the business world, many methods are employed to enhance efficiency and optimize processes. However, these methods often rely on desk-based planning and implementation rather than observing the actual processes. True improvements happen on-site, where work is performed and processes are observed. This is […]
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Are you tired of attending the same monotonous meetings every morning? Imagine a morning routine where your work becomes more engaging, productive, and motivating. That’s exactly what Asakai, a Japanese-origin technique, aims to provide. But what is Asakai, and why is it so effective? What is Asakai? Asakai translates to “morning meeting” in Japanese. However, […]
