This exercise simulates the management and improvement of a production process in a seatbelt retractor manufacturing plant. Participants will apply Lean and Kaizen methodologies to analyse the production flow, identify waste, and optimize operational efficiency. The activity will take place in a dynamic and participative environment, encouraging teamwork and collaborative decision-making. Throughout the session, participants will work in teams to map the value stream (Value Stream Mapping) of the process, identifying each stage, the information and material flows, as well as the associated times.
What you will learn:
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Map processes and detect waste using VSM
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Identify bottlenecks and apply operational improvements
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Optimize time, resources, and productivity
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Make decisions and analyze their impact on efficiency