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Scott K. Buchko, Vice President, TechSolve, Inc. Lean Manufacturing is a common-sense approach focusing on eliminating waste in your operations. This proven methodology decreases lead times, lowers operating costs, improves quality, decreases inventory levels and increases your flexibility in meeting customer demands. When implemented, lean manufacturing will transform your company into a cost-effective, agile manufacturer. This DVD describes how lean principles can be applied to an entire enterprise including supply chains. You will learn how to align a Lean Manufacturing journey between OEM and suppliers to optimize results for all parties. A proven process involving training, value stream mapping and accelerated improvement events are outlined. A case study involving Boeing and nine key suppliers is described to explain the process and show the results.
