Just in Time (business) - JIT Implementation Design

JIT Implementation Design

Based on a diagram modeled after the one used by Hewlett-Packard’s Boise plant to accomplish its JIT program.

1) F Design Flow Process

– F Redesign/relayout for flow – L Reduce lot sizes – O Link operations – W Balance workstation capacity – M Preventive maintenance – S Reduce setup Times

2) Q Total Quality Control

– C worker compliance – I Automatic inspection – M quality measures – M fail-safe methods – W Worker participation

3) S Stabilize Schedule

– S Level schedule – W Establish freeze windows – UC Underutilize Capacity

4) K Kanban Pull System

– D Demand pull – B Backflush – L Reduce lot sizes

5) V Work with Vendors

– L Reduce lead time – D Frequent deliveries – U Project usage requirements – Q Quality expectations

6) I Further Reduce Inventory in Other Areas

– S Stores – T Transit – C Implement carrousel to reduce motion waste – C Implement conveyor belts to reduce motion waste

7) P Improve Product Design

– P Standard production configuration – P Standardize and reduce the number of parts – P Process design with product design – Q Quality expectations