week 5 Flashcards
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involves choosing the most appropriate method for producing goods or delivering services. Key factors influencing this decision include
Process selection
of products or services offered are crucial. High-volume, low-variety production often favors repetitive or continuous processes, while low-volume, high-variety production may require a more flexible process like a job shop.
Volume and Variety
This refers to the amount of capital investment required for the process. High ——- —— processes are typically more automated and efficient but require significant upfront investment
Capital Intensity
- The ability of the process to adapt to changes in product design or volume.
- processes can handle a wider range of products and are more adaptable to market changes
Process Flexibility
Balancing these factors is essential to meet production goals.
Cost, Efficiency, Output, and Quality
refers to the arrangement of various aspects of an operation, including machinery, equipment, and furniture, within a facility.
Facility layout
FACILITY LAYOUT
The layout must align with the production system in place, whether it is a job shop, batch production, assembly line, or continuous flow
Types of Production System
FACILITY LAYOUT
The layout should accommodate the expected volume of output to ensure smooth operations without bottlenecks
Volume of Output
FACILITY LAYOUT
The specific requirements of the production process or service delivery should guide the layout design.
Nature of Production or Service
FACILITY LAYOUT
The variety of products being produced can influence the layout. A facility producing a wide range of products may require a more flexible layout compared to one producing a single product line
Product Mix
FACILITY LAYOUT
The physical dimensions and configuration of the building, as well as the efficient use of available space, are critical factors in layout design
Building Configuration and Space Utilization
FACILITY LAYOUT
Elements such as the location of entrances, loading docks, and other infrastructure can impact the layout
External Factors
FACILITY LAYOUT
The layout should aim to minimize production and maintenance costs while ensuring the safety of workers and the smooth operation of equipment
Cost and Safety
FACILITY LAYOUT
A good layout should be flexible enough to accommodate future changes in production requirements or technology
Flexibility and Adaptability
FACILITY LAYOUT
The layout should facilitate the efficient flow of work, materials, and information to minimize delays and maximize productivity
. Workflow Efficiency
is a data-driven methodology and management strategy aimed at improving the quality of processes and products by identifying and eliminating defects and minimizing variability
Six Sigma
Six Sigma was originally developed by ?
Motorla in the 1980s
The Six sima later popularized by ?
General Electric in the 1990s.
refers to the statistical measure of how far a process deviates from perfection, with a goal of achieving no more than 3.4 defects per million opportunities
“Six Sigma’
Key Principles of Six Sigma
The primary objective is to maximize customer benefits by understanding their needs and expectations.
Customer Focus
Key Principles of Six Sigma
This approach helps in identifying root causes of problems and measuring the effectiveness of improvements.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Key Principles of Six Sigma
The methodology focuses on improving processes by identifying and eliminating defects. This involves measuring, analyzing, and controlling processes to ensure they meet quality standards34
Process Improvement
Key Principles of Six Sigma
One of the main goals of Six Sigma is to reduce variability in processes, which helps in achieving consistent and predictable results.
Variability Reduction
Key Principles of Six Sigma
projects often involve cross-functional teams that work together to solve problems and implement improvements
Team Involvement
