How To Implement Lean Manufacturing, Second Edition

Cutting-edge Lean manufacturing strategiesThoroughly updated with the latest trends and new global case studies, How to Implement Lean Manufacturing, Second Edition, explains how to implement this powerful formula for eliminating waste, controlling quality and inventory, and improving overall performance across an enterprise environment. The book addresses the engineering and production aspects as well as the business culture challenges.This practical guide describes the Toyota Production System (TPS) and specifies the distinct order in which Lean techniques should be applied to achieve maximum gains. By using the proven methods in this definitive resource, you can implement a successful Lean transformation in your organization. Find how to: Create and deploy enterprise-wide strategies and goalsImprove speed and quality and dramatically lower costsReduce variation in the manufacturing system in order to reduce inventoryReduce lead times to improve responsiveness and flexibilitySustain process gainsPerform system-wide value-stream evaluationsManage constraints and reduce bottlenecksImplement cellular manufacturingNew material in the Second Edition reveals how to: Avoid the typical management pitfalls and implementation errors that virtually guarantee a Lean transformation will failImplement the new skills of Lean leadership, including its six key elementsShape and manage your culture using the five cultural change leading indicators