Ch 14: Lean Systems

1. The Lean Philosophy vs. the Kanban System

This lesson reviews and compares the lean philosophy to the kanban system. The lesson also describes the use of each methodology in business organizations.

2. Flexible Resources in Lean Production

In this lesson, we'll learn about one of the best ways to make sure that your production practices are as lean as possible, which is using flexible resources. Find out what they are and how they can benefit a business.

3. Cellular Layouts in Lean Production

Every company wants to be efficient and productive. Some even design their whole production process with efficiency in mind. In this lesson, we'll discuss cellular layouts and learn why they're considered during lean production.

4. Push vs. Pull Production Systems

Virtually every product manufactured on the face of the planet can be described as having been made by either the push or pull production system. But, what are those? In this lesson, we take a look at both of them.

5. Small vs. Large Lots: Advantages & Disadvantages

Companies sometimes choose small lots at times and large lots at other times. Want to know why small lots can actually help a business at times while hurting another business at the same time? Find out in this lesson.

6. Single-Minute Exchange of Die: Purpose & Principles

When producing goods, efficiency matters not only when you're making goods but also when changing the tools needed to make those goods. Single minute exchange of die offers a guideline to increase efficiency.

7. Uniform Production Levels in Lean Production

Lean businesses want to produce product only when absolutely necessary. But producing your products on demand can result in uneven production levels, which can cost money. In this lesson, we'll examine uniform production levels in lean production.

8. Visual Control in Quality: Effect & Examples

After watching this video lesson, you will see how visual control can be used in the production process to streamline the production of products. You will also see how visual control can be used as a means of quality control of finished products.

9. Jidoka, Autonomation & Lean Production

More efficient production is a goal of almost every business. In this lesson, we look at how three different concepts can help a business become more efficient: judoka, autonomation, and lean production.

10. What Is Total Productive Maintenance?

In this lesson we look at the concept of total productive maintenance (TPM). We focus on the three main aspects of TPM, which are autonomous, preventative, and early equipment maintenance. During the lesson we'll review an example of TPM.

11. How Lean Production Affects Suppliers

Watch this video lesson and see how lean production can help suppliers increase their profits in addition to establishing mutually beneficial relationships with other businesses.

12. Value Stream Mapping: Purpose, Use & Examples

Not all stages of production always add value during the production process. In this lesson, you'll learn about value stream mapping and how it can be used in lean manufacturing and other areas to improve the results for businesses and customers.

13. Benefits of Lean Production

Watch this video lesson to learn about three benefits of lean production and how it can help a manufacturing facility to increase productivity and profits.

14. JIT & Lean Implementation: Uses & Drawbacks

Manufacturing companies sometimes face challenges storing materials for production, but there are solutions to this issue. In this lesson, we'll look at how lean implementation and just-in-time manufacturing can help.

15. Just in Time Inventory: Definition, Advantages & Examples

Just In Time (JIT) is a production and inventory control system in which materials are purchased and units are produced only as needed to meet actual customer demand.

16. What Is Kaizen in Management? - Definition, Examples & Process

Kaizen is a Japanese word for 'continuous improvement.' Kaizen methods can be used to improve the results of any firm and can also be used in your personal life. Read on to learn the what, how and why of kaizen.