What is continuous improvement organizations that use that just in time system aim at continuous improvement
in quality and productivity by identifying areas that require improvement.
Problems are detected before they actually occur and they are solved in the minimum possible time to
ensure a smooth flow of work for manufacturing operations.
The percentage of scrap can be reduced by following better work methods and preventing employees imbalances
in capacity can be eliminated by developing an appropriate master production schedule or MP s and maintaining
a flexible workforce.
Your organization should maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials
with the prescribed specifications.
Manufacturing operations can be improved on a continuous basis through the complete involvement of your
employees and the management.
What about service operations.
In the case of service operations the process of continuous improvement aims at reducing the number
of people involved in providing the service without affecting the quality and the rate of service.
The management of a service providing form reduces the number of employees until the point where the
provision of the service becomes slow or stagnant.
The management then explores the ways of improving the service process though just in time is a powerful
tool for reducing the firm's inventory and improving productivity.
The implementation of Justin Time principles is difficult as it has to overcome these barriers workers
resistance to change.
Difficulty in accomplishing zero lead time zero safety stock and zero idle time.
The implementation of Just In Time manufacturing principles required great support and commitment from
the top management and extensive employee training.