Building on the Autonomous Module
layout that was created in 1999, we needed a method of improving
the process flow to improve quality, increase factory margin and
make on-time delivery a natural occurrence rather than an effort.
We used VSM to show us the most effective flow of work through the
module and identify areas of waste around which we could run further
Kaizen events to eliminate it. This tool was used to maximum effect
by involving people working in the value stream, as well as support
areas, with the whole process facilitated by Industry Forum. We
are now successfully rolling this methodology out to the other Autonomous
Modules as part of a larger Improvement Programme."
Chris Plumb, Operations General Manager.
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