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How to dramatically improve Toyota Production System flow line performance - 6 days 60% increase
CourseTo find the CCR in a straight flow line, place a buffer before the station; WIP will pile up in front of it. Placing buffers before and after a CCR can isolate interference, leading to significant capability improvement.
$19
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From push to pull: Titan Watch Division
CourseTitan Jewelry began a Viable Vision project in Dec 2010 to transition its supply chain from a traditional forecast-based "push" system to a "pull" system to boost availability at its 8,000 selling points.
$19
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Using TOC to boost a lean organization
CourseTOC (Theory of Constraints) addresses bottlenecks. A 2011 case study in a Mexican auto supplier demonstrated that integrating TOC increased throughput by 17% in 1 hour on a pilot line and over 25% in 2 months across the entire plant.
$19
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The 7 key points for designing profitable manufacturing systems
CourseManufacturing companies redesigning production systems often struggle due to overwhelming, often conflicting, requirements. A presentation reviews seven key building blocks, based largely on Eli Goldratt's work, to ensure future design profitability.
$19
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The Toyota way and TOC - Leveraging benefits, avoiding pitfalls
CoursePresentation outline covers Toyota Way principles, TOC comparison, and using Toyota lessons for TOC improvement. It also notes Eli Goldratt's view that lean failure is due to production differences, advocating broader supply chain use.
$19
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TOC in healthcare: Broadening the shoulders of our giant
CourseA TOC-focused approach is crucial to tackle the healthcare affordability crisis affecting access and quality. The presentation covers TOC's importance, success factors, and new insights to maximize its impact.
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