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Just-In-Time

Just-in-Time: Making it Happen
Unleashing the Power of Continuous Improvement
by William A. Sandras, Jr.

This hands-on guide lays out a complete process for managing through all challenges and possible obstacles in the actual implementation of Just-in-Time continuous improvement techniques in a manufacturing operation. Based on author William A. Sandras Jr.'s extensive experience in managing production, materials, information systems, engineering and marketing functions, this practical guide to Just-in-Time/Total Quality Control offers practical advice on:

  • Organizing the implementation team
  • Developing a Kanban system
  • Restructuring the shop floor
  • Reducing and avoiding set-ups
  • Simplifying planning
  • Creating more efficient links to suppliers and customers
  • Overhauling accounting practices
  • Realigning systems and procedures
  • Developing empowered work teams
  • Measuring performance
  • Coordinating JIT with TQM

    • JUST-IN-TIME is the first book to bridge the gap between the philosophy of Just-in-Time/Total Quality Control and the processes to make it practical. With a focus on "how-to," the book walks you through each functional area of the company to help everyone understand the changes that will occur and their role in "making it happen."

    Forward by Walter E. Goddard

     

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