quickest and most effective way and make sure it is delivered as quick as possible.
Toyota production system is made based on two concepts as follows:
Automation with human touch (JIDOKA)- this is where machines are supposed to stop safely when the normal processing is completed. Therefore, should the machine detect a problem it will stop automatically hence avoiding processing of defective products. When the machines stops it immediately sends communication via the andon (problem display board) hence easing the operators work by giving them confidence to continue performing their work on other machines as well as it is easy for them to identify the… Continue Reading...
chain management within Toyota Motor Corporation is a component of the corporation’s operations tactic, which is comprehensively centered on the Toyota Production System (TPS). Toyota Motors is renowned for not only being part of the establishment but also advancement of total quality management (TQM). For the company, TQM is centered on the notion of consumer first, also referred to as kaizen, which implies incessant improvement and overall participation the inference of which is the participation and input of the entire staff. The automotive company has incorporated statistical quality control in addition to the system of creative idea suggestion in order to provide backing and inspiration to personnel in making efficacious… Continue Reading...
Project concerning the Toyota production system allowed for an analysis on the business infrastructure and technical processes involved in long-term cooperative relationships among suppliers and assemblers. (Gil) “In this system, first-tier suppliers are not selected on the basis of bids, but rather on the basis of past relationships and a proven record of performance.” (Gil 150) By observing past relationships and witnessing a good track record, that all important trust building begins. To recap, trust, integrity, communication, and use of relational contracts allows for the growth and positive interactions between parties interested in… Continue Reading...
