Kaizen is a Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement involving small, incremental changes made on a regular basis. The key aspects of Kaizen are that it focuses on continuous, gradual improvement suggested by employees, rather than large, sudden changes imposed by management. There are typically four stages to a Kaizen event: analyzing current processes, identifying improvement opportunities, implementing process changes, and evaluating results. Successful implementation of Kaizen requires standardizing current processes, measuring key metrics, identifying areas for improvement, developing and testing changes, and standardizing new processes. Common goals for Kaizen events include reducing changeover times, improving workplace organization, developing one-piece flow, establishing pull systems, and enhancing equipment reliability.
The Training is a 1 day course covering impartation knowledge of Kaizen and its associated Tools and; -application of Lean concepts to lead Kaizen Workshop/s with Innovation Projects for Change in a World Class Manufacturing Environment.
This training aims to impart a systematic review on all the critical aspects of Lean use to; lead Kaizen workshop and presentation using Standardize Kaizen form and methodology with;
Innovation to be competitive in the Global Business Environment.
COURSE CONTENT
Kaizen, its definition and Principles
Kaizen definition, Innovation Definition
Kaizen vs Innovation
Characteristics of a Lean Factory
Cellular Factory Layout
Multi-skilled Operators
6S and Visual Control
Kanban and Supermarkets
Rapid Changeover
Total Quality Approach
Right-sized, flexible equipment
Water Strider
Moving Production Lines
Total Productive Maintenance
Continuous Improvement
The 3 Pillars of Kaizen
1. 6S (5+1S) Housekeeping
2. Waste Elimination
- Types of Waste CLOSEDMITT
- Valued-added vs Non-value
added
3. Standard Operation
Three factors that accounts the 3 Pillars Activities.
1. Visual management,
2. The role of the supervisor,
3. Importance of training and
creating a learning
organization.
Innovation & Workshop Projects
Types of Innovation in Kaizen. Why Innovation?
Degree of Innovation-the act of creating new products,
processes, ideas, etc...
Examples of Types of Innovation
Innovating Process using Typical Kaizen concepts (Lean
methods)
Phase 1: Pre-Planning for Innovation
Phase 2: Execution - Innovation Week
Role of Leader, Facilitator, Participant in Innovation
Projects
Innovation Projects Implementation using Kaizen Forms for:
Daily and Weekly Report Outs
Follow-up for further Innovation
The Training is a 1 day course covering impartation knowledge of Kaizen and its associated Tools and; -application of Lean concepts to lead Kaizen Workshop/s with Innovation Projects for Change in a World Class Manufacturing Environment.
This training aims to impart a systematic review on all the critical aspects of Lean use to; lead Kaizen workshop and presentation using Standardize Kaizen form and methodology with;
Innovation to be competitive in the Global Business Environment.
COURSE CONTENT
Kaizen, its definition and Principles
Kaizen definition, Innovation Definition
Kaizen vs Innovation
Characteristics of a Lean Factory
Cellular Factory Layout
Multi-skilled Operators
6S and Visual Control
Kanban and Supermarkets
Rapid Changeover
Total Quality Approach
Right-sized, flexible equipment
Water Strider
Moving Production Lines
Total Productive Maintenance
Continuous Improvement
The 3 Pillars of Kaizen
1. 6S (5+1S) Housekeeping
2. Waste Elimination
- Types of Waste CLOSEDMITT
- Valued-added vs Non-value
added
3. Standard Operation
Three factors that accounts the 3 Pillars Activities.
1. Visual management,
2. The role of the supervisor,
3. Importance of training and
creating a learning
organization.
Innovation & Workshop Projects
Types of Innovation in Kaizen. Why Innovation?
Degree of Innovation-the act of creating new products,
processes, ideas, etc...
Examples of Types of Innovation
Innovating Process using Typical Kaizen concepts (Lean
methods)
Phase 1: Pre-Planning for Innovation
Phase 2: Execution - Innovation Week
Role of Leader, Facilitator, Participant in Innovation
Projects
Innovation Projects Implementation using Kaizen Forms for:
Daily and Weekly Report Outs
Follow-up for further Innovation
5S Can change the total Environments of the Manufacturing Industry Ashraf Hameed
"Leaders must Lead !!!!!!!!!!!!
Demonstrating leadership means Managers and Supervisors never " Just walk By" an unsafe and Dirty Condition. This leadership help develop a Lean culture, Where no one in the Organization would knowingly walk by an unsafe or Dirty work Conditions"
“Lean” is a management philosophy based on the Toyota Production System (TPS). With Lean Manufacturing, you will be able to enhance value for your customers by improving and smoothing the process flow and eliminating waste. Simply put, with Lean, you will be able to increase productivity and create greater customer value with less resources.
By teaching this presentation, managers and employees will have a better understanding of the Lean principles and approach to eliminating waste, and will be more forthcoming to lead and participate in the Lean implementation process.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Acquire knowledge on the key concepts and principles of Lean
2. Describe the common Lean methods and tools for waste elimination and value creation
3. Describe the key roles in Lean deployment
4. Define the success factors for sustaining a Lean culture
CONTENTS
1. Introduction to Lean Manufacturing
2. Key Concepts of Lean
3. Lean Methods & Tools
4. Lean Roles
5. Sustaining a Lean Culture
To download this presentation, visit:
https://www.oeconsulting.com.sg/training-presentations
ABOUT THE TRAINING PROGRAM :-
Kaizen is a system of continuous improvement in quality, technology, processes, company culture, productivity, safety and leadership. Kaizen was created in Japan following World War II. It comes from the Japanese words (“Kai”) which mean "change" and ("Zen") which means "good". Kaizen provides a foundation for exceeding goals, expectations and improving overall company performance.
DESIGNED FOR :-
Sr. Engineer, Engineer, Supervisor and Foreman engaged in maintenance, operation, Store, Supply chain, Quality, Safety and Engineering activities.
OBJECTIVE :-
At the conclusion of the training each Participates will be able to:-
Reduce work place stress
Increase team contribution to the company's "bottom line.
Continuous improvements in PQCDSM parameters.
Increase speed, improve quality and reduce non-value-added costs.
Creating a fun working environment
Encouraging Business Excellence through Continuous ImprovementGroup50 Consulting
Customers, stockholders, and employees are just a few of the parties that will benefit when a company implements a continuous improvement program. On the other hand, a company should not implement continuous improvement just once and then stop.
5S Can change the total Environments of the Manufacturing Industry Ashraf Hameed
"Leaders must Lead !!!!!!!!!!!!
Demonstrating leadership means Managers and Supervisors never " Just walk By" an unsafe and Dirty Condition. This leadership help develop a Lean culture, Where no one in the Organization would knowingly walk by an unsafe or Dirty work Conditions"
“Lean” is a management philosophy based on the Toyota Production System (TPS). With Lean Manufacturing, you will be able to enhance value for your customers by improving and smoothing the process flow and eliminating waste. Simply put, with Lean, you will be able to increase productivity and create greater customer value with less resources.
By teaching this presentation, managers and employees will have a better understanding of the Lean principles and approach to eliminating waste, and will be more forthcoming to lead and participate in the Lean implementation process.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Acquire knowledge on the key concepts and principles of Lean
2. Describe the common Lean methods and tools for waste elimination and value creation
3. Describe the key roles in Lean deployment
4. Define the success factors for sustaining a Lean culture
CONTENTS
1. Introduction to Lean Manufacturing
2. Key Concepts of Lean
3. Lean Methods & Tools
4. Lean Roles
5. Sustaining a Lean Culture
To download this presentation, visit:
https://www.oeconsulting.com.sg/training-presentations
ABOUT THE TRAINING PROGRAM :-
Kaizen is a system of continuous improvement in quality, technology, processes, company culture, productivity, safety and leadership. Kaizen was created in Japan following World War II. It comes from the Japanese words (“Kai”) which mean "change" and ("Zen") which means "good". Kaizen provides a foundation for exceeding goals, expectations and improving overall company performance.
DESIGNED FOR :-
Sr. Engineer, Engineer, Supervisor and Foreman engaged in maintenance, operation, Store, Supply chain, Quality, Safety and Engineering activities.
OBJECTIVE :-
At the conclusion of the training each Participates will be able to:-
Reduce work place stress
Increase team contribution to the company's "bottom line.
Continuous improvements in PQCDSM parameters.
Increase speed, improve quality and reduce non-value-added costs.
Creating a fun working environment
Encouraging Business Excellence through Continuous ImprovementGroup50 Consulting
Customers, stockholders, and employees are just a few of the parties that will benefit when a company implements a continuous improvement program. On the other hand, a company should not implement continuous improvement just once and then stop.
Unlocking Growth: 5 Vital Steps for Business Process TransformationKatpro Technologies
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, staying competitive requires adaptability and efficiency. One powerful strategy to achieve this is through business process transformation services. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the five essential steps that can revolutionize the way your business operates.
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Process Reengineering vs Continuous Improvement: What’s the Right Choice for ...Kashish Trivedi
Your organization might have a disconnected system. As a result, each customer or team member needs to go through various people and departments to solve an issue.
Everyone involved in this process is frustrated because the information is lost and people constantly need to repeat data.
Adding effective management can solve this problem. By making that change, information becomes more shareable. Overhauling the system like this requires a considerable investment in the short term, but will increase long-term efficiency.
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Kaizen is a concept that focuses on improving a work area or an organization in incremental steps. Many organizations have begun to incorporate the philosophy of kaizen through the use of kaizen methodology. The first well-known and most frequently cited proponent of kaizen was Imai, who wrote KAIZEN – The Key toJapan’s Competitive Success (1986). He outlined the concept, its core values and principles, its relation to other concepts and the practices used in the improvement process. This paper illustrates about kaizen case study in Small Medium Industries (SMI) Company that is ABC Company, which produce machines spare part and food processing machines. This case study is focused on reducing lead time of sales order processing. Kaizen steps are used as guidelines and PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Action) Cycle is choosing as problem solving approach to conduct the case study
The discussion assignment for this week will be a review of the Ke.docxmehek4
The discussion assignment for this week will be a review of the Key Assignment Draft from other students. Your first task is to post your Key Assignment draft to the discussion area so that other students will be able to review your work. Attach your document to your main discussion post, and include any notes that you feel are appropriate in the post. You are not being graded on your Key Assignment Draft at this point. The purpose of this assignment is to help improve the quality of your Key Assignment.
I’ve attached all the work that has been submitted from week 1-3.
Week 1.
Total Quality Management (TQM) are management methods applied to improve the productivity and quality of operations in a business entity. Total quality management is also referred to as a comprehensive approach to management that is used across an entity, which includes divisions, workers and extends forward and backward to include customers/clients and suppliers. It mainly focuses on quality productivity in an organization's operations. The approach also focuses on the long-term satisfaction of customers. The approach views an entity as a collection of processes that form one unit. “Do the right things, right at the first time every time” is the simple objective of total quality approach (Goeatsch nd Davis, 2014).
The processes of total quality management are categorized in four following categories: plan, do, check and act. However before the advent of total quality management concept various other quality embedded approaches were used in different organizations all over the world. These approaches include Six Sigma method which involves six distinct steps which are defined, measures, analyses, improve and control. Other methods on quality such as “Theory of Inventive Problem Solving” which was technically created to emphasize on quality improvement through problem elimination (Goeatsch nd Davis,2014).
The approach has acquired specific strategic attention because it has highlighted on the core problem of all organization which is quality development, management, and maintenance. The companies that have applied this approach have succeeded and created good cooperation among its personnel. Some of the foundation of this approach include the commitment of the administration to all workers, satisfying the consumers’ needs, team improvement, systems to facilitate enhancement and reducing product service costs (Gemenez-Aspin, 2012).
Total Quality Management is considered a customer-focused procedure whose continual improvement of organizations activities. It strives to ensure all associated human resource work toward the common objectives of improving goods or service quality, as well as enhancing the processes that are in place for production. Particular emphasis is put on fact-based decision making, using performanceformula to monitor progress. High levels of entity communication are emphasized on, for the purpose of maintaining employee morale and involvement.
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Observation of Io’s Resurfacing via Plume Deposition Using Ground-based Adapt...Sérgio Sacani
Since volcanic activity was first discovered on Io from Voyager images in 1979, changes
on Io’s surface have been monitored from both spacecraft and ground-based telescopes.
Here, we present the highest spatial resolution images of Io ever obtained from a groundbased telescope. These images, acquired by the SHARK-VIS instrument on the Large
Binocular Telescope, show evidence of a major resurfacing event on Io’s trailing hemisphere. When compared to the most recent spacecraft images, the SHARK-VIS images
show that a plume deposit from a powerful eruption at Pillan Patera has covered part
of the long-lived Pele plume deposit. Although this type of resurfacing event may be common on Io, few have been detected due to the rarity of spacecraft visits and the previously low spatial resolution available from Earth-based telescopes. The SHARK-VIS instrument ushers in a new era of high resolution imaging of Io’s surface using adaptive
optics at visible wavelengths.
Richard's entangled aventures in wonderlandRichard Gill
Since the loophole-free Bell experiments of 2020 and the Nobel prizes in physics of 2022, critics of Bell's work have retreated to the fortress of super-determinism. Now, super-determinism is a derogatory word - it just means "determinism". Palmer, Hance and Hossenfelder argue that quantum mechanics and determinism are not incompatible, using a sophisticated mathematical construction based on a subtle thinning of allowed states and measurements in quantum mechanics, such that what is left appears to make Bell's argument fail, without altering the empirical predictions of quantum mechanics. I think however that it is a smoke screen, and the slogan "lost in math" comes to my mind. I will discuss some other recent disproofs of Bell's theorem using the language of causality based on causal graphs. Causal thinking is also central to law and justice. I will mention surprising connections to my work on serial killer nurse cases, in particular the Dutch case of Lucia de Berk and the current UK case of Lucy Letby.
A brief information about the SCOP protein database used in bioinformatics.
The Structural Classification of Proteins (SCOP) database is a comprehensive and authoritative resource for the structural and evolutionary relationships of proteins. It provides a detailed and curated classification of protein structures, grouping them into families, superfamilies, and folds based on their structural and sequence similarities.
Multi-source connectivity as the driver of solar wind variability in the heli...Sérgio Sacani
The ambient solar wind that flls the heliosphere originates from multiple
sources in the solar corona and is highly structured. It is often described
as high-speed, relatively homogeneous, plasma streams from coronal
holes and slow-speed, highly variable, streams whose source regions are
under debate. A key goal of ESA/NASA’s Solar Orbiter mission is to identify
solar wind sources and understand what drives the complexity seen in the
heliosphere. By combining magnetic feld modelling and spectroscopic
techniques with high-resolution observations and measurements, we show
that the solar wind variability detected in situ by Solar Orbiter in March
2022 is driven by spatio-temporal changes in the magnetic connectivity to
multiple sources in the solar atmosphere. The magnetic feld footpoints
connected to the spacecraft moved from the boundaries of a coronal hole
to one active region (12961) and then across to another region (12957). This
is refected in the in situ measurements, which show the transition from fast
to highly Alfvénic then to slow solar wind that is disrupted by the arrival of
a coronal mass ejection. Our results describe solar wind variability at 0.5 au
but are applicable to near-Earth observatories.
Introduction:
RNA interference (RNAi) or Post-Transcriptional Gene Silencing (PTGS) is an important biological process for modulating eukaryotic gene expression.
It is highly conserved process of posttranscriptional gene silencing by which double stranded RNA (dsRNA) causes sequence-specific degradation of mRNA sequences.
dsRNA-induced gene silencing (RNAi) is reported in a wide range of eukaryotes ranging from worms, insects, mammals and plants.
This process mediates resistance to both endogenous parasitic and exogenous pathogenic nucleic acids, and regulates the expression of protein-coding genes.
What are small ncRNAs?
micro RNA (miRNA)
short interfering RNA (siRNA)
Properties of small non-coding RNA:
Involved in silencing mRNA transcripts.
Called “small” because they are usually only about 21-24 nucleotides long.
Synthesized by first cutting up longer precursor sequences (like the 61nt one that Lee discovered).
Silence an mRNA by base pairing with some sequence on the mRNA.
Discovery of siRNA?
The first small RNA:
In 1993 Rosalind Lee (Victor Ambros lab) was studying a non- coding gene in C. elegans, lin-4, that was involved in silencing of another gene, lin-14, at the appropriate time in the
development of the worm C. elegans.
Two small transcripts of lin-4 (22nt and 61nt) were found to be complementary to a sequence in the 3' UTR of lin-14.
Because lin-4 encoded no protein, she deduced that it must be these transcripts that are causing the silencing by RNA-RNA interactions.
Types of RNAi ( non coding RNA)
MiRNA
Length (23-25 nt)
Trans acting
Binds with target MRNA in mismatch
Translation inhibition
Si RNA
Length 21 nt.
Cis acting
Bind with target Mrna in perfect complementary sequence
Piwi-RNA
Length ; 25 to 36 nt.
Expressed in Germ Cells
Regulates trnasposomes activity
MECHANISM OF RNAI:
First the double-stranded RNA teams up with a protein complex named Dicer, which cuts the long RNA into short pieces.
Then another protein complex called RISC (RNA-induced silencing complex) discards one of the two RNA strands.
The RISC-docked, single-stranded RNA then pairs with the homologous mRNA and destroys it.
THE RISC COMPLEX:
RISC is large(>500kD) RNA multi- protein Binding complex which triggers MRNA degradation in response to MRNA
Unwinding of double stranded Si RNA by ATP independent Helicase
Active component of RISC is Ago proteins( ENDONUCLEASE) which cleave target MRNA.
DICER: endonuclease (RNase Family III)
Argonaute: Central Component of the RNA-Induced Silencing Complex (RISC)
One strand of the dsRNA produced by Dicer is retained in the RISC complex in association with Argonaute
ARGONAUTE PROTEIN :
1.PAZ(PIWI/Argonaute/ Zwille)- Recognition of target MRNA
2.PIWI (p-element induced wimpy Testis)- breaks Phosphodiester bond of mRNA.)RNAse H activity.
MiRNA:
The Double-stranded RNAs are naturally produced in eukaryotic cells during development, and they have a key role in regulating gene expression .
Richard's aventures in two entangled wonderlandsRichard Gill
Since the loophole-free Bell experiments of 2020 and the Nobel prizes in physics of 2022, critics of Bell's work have retreated to the fortress of super-determinism. Now, super-determinism is a derogatory word - it just means "determinism". Palmer, Hance and Hossenfelder argue that quantum mechanics and determinism are not incompatible, using a sophisticated mathematical construction based on a subtle thinning of allowed states and measurements in quantum mechanics, such that what is left appears to make Bell's argument fail, without altering the empirical predictions of quantum mechanics. I think however that it is a smoke screen, and the slogan "lost in math" comes to my mind. I will discuss some other recent disproofs of Bell's theorem using the language of causality based on causal graphs. Causal thinking is also central to law and justice. I will mention surprising connections to my work on serial killer nurse cases, in particular the Dutch case of Lucia de Berk and the current UK case of Lucy Letby.
Seminar of U.V. Spectroscopy by SAMIR PANDASAMIR PANDA
Spectroscopy is a branch of science dealing the study of interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter.
Ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy refers to absorption spectroscopy or reflect spectroscopy in the UV-VIS spectral region.
Ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy is an analytical method that can measure the amount of light received by the analyte.
2. Assignment
Define Kaizen:
Kaizen is a Japanese word for 'continuous improvement.' It's made up of
two characters in Japanese: kai, which means 'change,' and 'zen,' which
means 'good.' It's used to describe a company culture where everyone,
from the CEO to the front desk clerk, regularly evaluates his or her work
and thinks of ways to improve it. The concept is that small steps on a
regular basis will lead to large improvements over time.
Kaizen is a slow but ongoing process of improvement, not a 'blitz' or
quickly implemented set of changes. The improvements are suggested
by the person doing the work, not an outside evaluation team. If a
worker has a problem to address or is considering whether a change will
make sense, he should pull in several team members for a quick
discussion and brainstorming session, and then decide what to do from
there. Kaizen methods can be used to improve the results of any firm
and can also be used in your personal life.
Explain the purpose of Kaizen:
Kaizen is continuous improvement that is based on certain guiding
principles:
Good processes bring good results
Go see for yourself to grasp the current situation
Speak with data, manage by facts
Take action to contain and correct root causes of problems
Work as a team
Kaizen is everybody’s business
And much more!
The purpose for holding a Kaizen event is basically to identify waste in a
manufacturing process and to eliminate it, thereby improving
production. A Kaizen event is Team Oriented, as it gathers the
managers, operators, and owners of a process in a specific place to
analyze, and map out the existing methods of the operation. It is also a
3. forum for developing, discussing, and allowing changes to be made to
improve the process.
Usually there are four stages that a Kaizen Team undertakes-
Step One: Analyze and map the current processes of a specific area of
the plant.
Step Two: Identify the problems and the opportunities for improvement.
Step Three: Implement changes to the process that allow for improved
workflow.
Step Four: Evaluate the changes made and follow up, with adjustments
as required.
List the preconditions needed prior to Kaizen implementation:
It's important to note that kaizen is a way of thinking, not a project to
complete. To implement it, all employees should receive training on the
concept of kaizen and should have some guidelines in terms of what they
need to do before implementing a change.
Benchmarking:
Businesses in both public and private sectors seek to continuously
improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their products and services.
In this regard, a number of changes have passed through the practices of
most organizations recently, especially concerning the management
accounting aspects. Business units are reviewing their costs, structures
and the efficiency of their functions. In response, the managers have
undertaken a review and benchmarking of their organizations’ costs and
the efficiency of business units despite having developing strategies to
control other operating costs. As such, benchmarking has reached
widespread diffusion and is now considered as one of the most powerful
tools for promoting process improvements and re-engineering in many
prominent organizations.
4. Gap analysis:
Gap analysis involves an investigation of the gap between the vision,
objectives and goals of the organization and actual levels of performance,
and establishing the actions necessary to bring activities in line with that
which is planned. For instant the larger quantity of non-financial
measures that most companies track, and the extent to which such
measures are aligned with the company’s strategies and value drivers.
One method for assessing this alignment is gap analysis’ which requires
managers to rank performance on at leasing two dimensions: their
importance to strategic objectives and the importance to strategic
objectives and the importance currently placed upon them. The
importance of a collective understanding and vision of what the
organization is capable of achieving, expressed as short-term goals and
long-term vision; and to creating superior performance through inspired
and committed people. The extent of the gap is the basis for a shared
understanding of the gap between current capability and the desired state,
the extent of the gap is the basis for a shared understanding of what needs
to be achieved.
Describe the Kaizen process:
1.Standardize the Process
The first step in kaizen is to standardize and describe the current process.
For example, a manufacturing organization may create a flowchart of a
production process to illustrate how products move through the process.
This provides team members with an understanding of the entire process
as it exists before any improvements are made. Standardizing the process
can apply to any area of business, such as purchasing or warehousing.
2.Measure the Process as It Currently Exists
Measurements are an essential element in the kaizen process.
Organizations can collect data on the process cycle time, defect rates and
machine uptime before improvements. The team measures the collected
data against the requirements or desired results from the process. For
example, companies may measure the actual cycle time for a process and
5. compare it with the required or desired time. The beginning measurement
provides the information the team needs to determine the success of an
improvement.
3.Identify Areas for Improvement
The measurements uncover areas for improvement in the process. For
example, if the company requires 100 units produced per day, but the
current process produces 50, increasing the efficiency and speed of the
production line is the identifiable goal for the company. Incremental
improvements can bring the business closer to its goal over time. Kaizen
focuses on small improvements that add up to big changes in the
efficiency and quality of a process or procedure.
4.Develop, Implement and Measure Improvements
The improvement team next develops methods to improve the current
process. For example, an improvement team may determine that a
rearrangement of workstations in a production line can eliminate the
steps a worker must take to complete a task, which reduces the cycle time
of the process. Teams may implement the new process or conduct
experiments to determine the success of the project. The same
measurements that were used in the early stage must be taken for an
accurate comparison.
5.Standardize the New Process
When measurements determine an improvement project is a success, the
team must standardize the process, monitor it and adjust it as necessary.
After the process is standardized, the team moves on to another
improvement area.
Plan and host a Kaizen event:
Decreasing changeover time on a piece of equipment or process. Using
kaizen, a team can improve upon the time to change over equipment
using the SMED system, developed by Shigeo Shingo.
Organizing the workplace using 5-S.
Creating a one-piece-flow work cell.
6. Developing a pull system.
Improving equipment reliability through TPM (Total Productive
Maintenance).
Improving the manufacturability of a product design.
Improving a product development process.
Improving other administrative processes such as order processing,
procurement, engineering change processing and other
paperwork/information processing activities.
Kaizen events, however, cannot solve any problem within an
organization. There are certain types of improvements for which other
methods should be used. Process improvements (such as Six Sigma-type
analysis) aimed at yield improvement and variation/scrap reduction are
key examples. Suppose that a particular process has a first-pass yield of
only 85 percent when it would need to be much closer to 100 percent to
run in a one-piece-flow environment. If the process must be analyzed
using experiments and statistical methods, it would make sense to utilize
a team but not a kaizen event. To implement these types of
improvements, a problem-solving team (or a Six Sigma team) that meets
regularly over a period of time works better than a kaizen team meeting
for five consecutive days.