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Kanban
This highly practical course centres around a ‘hands-on’ factory simulation model which recognises that manufacturing costs will only be optimised when more effective controls are exercised over work-in-progress & stock levels. It highlights that problems inherent within manufacturing operations are easily covered up by stock holding levels & actions of improvement can be subsequently mis-directed. It also addresses the business needs necessary to effect the ‘Just-in-Time’ philosophy of manufacturing to its full potential.
Course Content
Introduction & overview of Lean Manufacturing Kanban •Push & Pull Manufacturing •Types – loops & signals •Calculation •Ground rules & disciplines Simulation Exercise •Practical exercise to identify, calculate & implement Summary & Close