Sunday, October 28, 2007

Lean Manufacturing Implementation - The Facts

"Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma Success depends on much more than just Lean or Six Sigma Tools"
A lean transformation can enable operations to drive the overall business strategy, through the creation of many tangible business benefits. Quality may increase through improved process yields and reduce scrap and rectification costs. Cost improves through reduced conversion costs, improved cash flow, and higher return on assets. Delivery can improve through shortened production lead times which more flexible operations that can respond quickly to changes in customer demand.
Despite attempts, most businesses have not been able to capture or sustain the benefits of a lean transformation. Lean manufacturing represents a fundamental change and most businesses ha View the rest of this article


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