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QUANTUM BE’S INTRODUCTION TO HEIJUNKA PLANNING:

Representation of the
“Toyota Temple”

Interpretation of Heijunka’s role
within the “Toyota Temple”

 

Heijunka Planning Techniques

2- Maximize Production Output

Example of a High Level Visual Quantum Heijunka KPI tracking set (Production line Level).

These KPIs are used to monitor constraints set-up prior to import into the Quantum Heijunka Planning algorithms.

The daily follow-up of these indicators is useful to complete the PDCA cycle (rule Nb 2 of lean operations) and

-    measure the operational effectiveness of the Lean Planning

-    understand how operational constraints should evolve and when they require upgrades

-    understand rapid short term production trends shift independently from the “official” reporting

-    identify need for change in strategy & short term production / operational tactics

-    measure the effectiveness of Heijunka planning on a daily basis

-    more >>>

These KPI must typically be complemented by SKU-specific indicators following Sales / Production / Stock

 

Important Notes and Considerations regarding Heijunka

Heijunka is a mandatory pre-requisite to any Lean Project implementation. It is one of the 4 foundational stones of the TPS )Toyota Production System), and Heijunka production leveling is necessary for the TPS pillar to deliver sustainable results (these 2 pillars are Just-In-Time and Jidohka (autoNOmation)

It is only the combination of efficient Heijunka planning with Jidohka, JIT and other Lean 6-sigmas tools that can deliver sustainable improvement over the long term (sustain is the 5th. S in “5S”)

If you wish to contact us to discuss how Lean 6-Sigma methodologies can be introduced in your business to improve your operations, please send us an email at lean-6-sigmas-info@qbeonline.com or visit our website http://qbeonline.com

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