Based on a diagram modeled after the one used by Hewlett-Packard’s Boise plant to accomplish its JIT program.
F Design Flow Process
– F Redesign/relayout for flow
– L Reduce lot sizes
– O Link operations
– W Balance workstation capacity
– M Preventive maintenance
– S Reduce setup Times
Q Total Quality Control
– C worker compliance
– I Automatic inspection
– M quality measures
– M fail-safe methods
– W Worker participation
S Stabilize Schedule
– S Level schedule
– W Establish freeze windows
– UC Underutilize Capacity
K Kanban Pull System
– D Demand pull
– B Backflush
– L Reduce lot sizes
V Work with Vendors
– L Reduce lead time
– D Frequent deliveries
– U Project usage requirements
– Q Quality expectations
I Further Reduce Inventory in Other Areas
– S Stores
– T Transit
– C Implement carrousel to reduce motion waste
– C Implement conveyor belts to reduce motion waste
P Improve Product Design
– P Standard production configuration
– P Standardize and reduce the number of parts
– P Process design with product design
– Q Quality expectations
