Objectives- Minimize Sources of Contamination & Cleaning Time: Conduct a thorough assessment of the facility to identify potential sources of contamination. Implement measures such as sealing openings, improving air filtration systems, and controlling access points to minimize contamination. Streamline [...]

Autonomous Maintenance (AM) is a key pillar of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), aimed at empowering operators to take care of their equipment. It involves several steps, with Step 1 being Initial Cleaning. Objectives- Create Operator Ownership: By engaging operators [...]

Step 1: Recognition of Necessity Identify current problems and tasks within the industry or enterprise. Confirm the need for a planned maintenance structure based on identified issues. Step 2: Setting Purposes, Policies, and Goals Define the purposes of planned [...]

Lean methodology in healthcare emphasizes continuous improvement, patient safety, and employee engagement without overburdening individuals. It aligns hospital missions with daily practices, enabling more efficient, cost-effective care delivery. However, successful implementation requires a cultural shift and ongoing commitment beyond [...]

Total Quality Management (TQM) evolves from basic quality principles to emphasize continuous improvement and employee involvement. TQM is vital for firms amidst cutthroat competition, meeting customer expectations while managing costs efficiently. Originating from Total Quality Control (TQC), TQM differs [...]

What is a Standard? Standards in manufacturing serve as benchmarks for performance and quality. They enable measurement of improvement, guide goal-setting, and facilitate process optimization. Regular review and refinement of standards are essential for adapting to change, meeting customer [...]

Kaizen workshops are structured team activities aimed at swiftly applying lean methods to eliminate production waste in specific shopfloor areas. Preparation includes selecting an area, defining a problem, and establishing baseline measurements. Teams are trained, and a timeframe is [...]

Kamishibai boards offer a straightforward way to manage tasks and processes with a visual red-green card system. They enhance accountability by providing a clear overview of task status, aiding managers in monitoring progress while "walking the floor." The system [...]

The 5 pillars are defined as Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. The most important elements among these are “Sort” and “Set in Order” as the success of improvement activities depend on them. The First Pillar: Sort [...]

Poka-yoke systems swiftly detect errors in processing machinery, enabling 100% inspection and prompt corrective feedback in Zero Quality Control (ZQC), ensuring minimal defects and enhanced efficiency while integrating seamlessly into production for real-time or informative post-process inspections.   Poka-Yoke [...]