Topic 10.2: Lean Production

Question 1

Lean production

Answer 1

aims to eliminate waste and maximize the value of a product based on the perspective of the consumer

Question 2

Value Stream

Answer 2

1. specify value
2. map the value stream
3. establish flow
4. implement pull
5. work to perfection

Question 3

advantages of lean production

Answer 3

increased productivity, increased quality of product, cost reduction, increased profit

Question 4

disadvantages of lean production

Answer 4

high capital costs, no inventory, difficult to introduce to existing workforce

Question 5

Characteristics of lean production

Answer 5

JIT system, Zero inventory, zero defects

Question 6

Value stream mapping

Answer 6

Concerned with the big picture of the production process

Question 7

Workflow analysis

Answer 7

Concerned with the details of the production line

Question 8

Lead time

Answer 8

the time between the customer placing an order and the item being delivered. Depending on the type of products, the lead time can vary

Question 9

Kaizen

Answer 9

philosophy of continual improvement

Question 10

5 S’s

Answer 10

method for organizing the workspace to improve efficiency in production. Sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain