About this Presentation
Brazilian planes manufactured by Embraer fly on 120 airlines around the world. The world leader in the regional jet market, there are more than 1,500 E-Jets. To keep any aircraft company on the market depends heavily on its workforce, considering that making airplanes requires highly qualified engineering, we need to control resources, as they are often scarce and the development time should be competitive. Because of that, we use the critical chain to make this control of programming of developments. However, the frontline team has the perception that it is under pressure, which causes stress due to tight deadlines and complex tasks. This work environment can affect productivity and engagement. Looking at this environment, we apply the principles of the theory of constraints. We built a Current Reality Tree with a small and representative committee of workers and arrived at the root causes of the problem. With Evaporating Cloud, we understood what was behind the conflict: to plan or not to plan. This assessment provided us with valuable information on what to change. We apply a simplified Strategy and Tactics Tree, setting goals and actions. Finally, change management techniques were used in the implementation phase, which is currently under way. Video length: 1:00:46. PDF: 37 slides.
What Will You Learn
To help you get the most value from this session, we’ve highlighted a few key points. These takeaways capture the main ideas and practical insights from the presentation, making it easier for you to review, reflect, and apply what you’ve learned.
Embraer has been successfully applying TOC concepts and tools for over 30 years, leading to significant achievements and awards.
The case study presented highlighted the importance of thorough planning in reducing stress, overtime, and improving overall performance.
The speakers recommended using tools like the Evaporating Cloud and the Current Reality Tree to identify and address constraints in the business process.
Instructor(s)
Priscila de Souza Oliveira
Priscila de Souza Oliveira
Degrees in Mechanical Engineering.
Jonah (2014), by Celso Calia, at Goldratt Associados Brazil.
Certification in Basics of Thinking Process (2013)
Certification IN Basics of Critical Chain Project Management (2013)
TOC for Project Management and ToC Thinking Process (2013), by Dr James Holt, at University of Tennessee Aplicações da TOC ao gerenciamento de projetos (2010), by Joao Mario Csillag, at Fundação Getúlio Vargas years as employee of Embraer, a Brazilian aircraft manufacturer and 4 years working with TOC.
Ms Alka Wadhwa
Alka Wadhwa is an experienced consultant and process improvement expert with over 24 years of expertise in the Theory of Constraints (TOC), Lean Six Sigma, and organizational performance optimization. She has successfully led projects in healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing, driving significant improvements such as a 67% boost in hospital operations and a 140% increase in outpatient visits.
Previously, Alka Wadhwa spent 17+ years at GE Global Research Center, where she led initiatives to enhance various GE businesses through advanced technologies, process redesign, and system optimization. Founder of Better Solutions Consulting, LLC, she specializes in using TOC, Six Sigma, and data analytics to streamline operations and build high-performance teams.
Her work has earned her multiple accolades, including the Empire State Award of Excellence in healthcare.
Dr Gary Wadhwa
Dr. Gary Wadhwa is a Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon with extensive experience in the field. He completed his Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery training at Montefiore Hospital, Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY, and has served as an Attending at prestigious institutions like St. Peters Hospitals, Ellis Hospital, and Beth Israel Hospital in NY. With a career spanning over two decades, he was the former CEO and President of a group specialty practice in NY from 1994 to 2015. Dr. Wadhwa holds an MBA from UT at Knoxville, TN, and has undergone additional training in System Dynamics at MIT, Health System Management at Harvard Business School, and Entrepreneurship and healthcare innovations at Columbia Business School. Committed to expanding access to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery care, he is currently engaged in a meaningful project to provide healthcare services to underserved populations in inner city and rural areas through non-profit Community Health Centers.