Interim Presentation

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Lean Approaches in SMEs David Coombes


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Aims and Objectives Introduction into Lean Interim report Interim findings Visits – GKN and Extec Findings from visits Comparison Future developments

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Research lean tools available Research into problems faced by SMEs Investigate how tools work in relation to SMEs Provide a practically-based lean implementation approach for SMEs

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Lean Approaches in SMEs David Coombes - A575990


“An overall methodology that seeks to minimize the resources required for production by eliminating waste (non-value added activities) that inflate costs, lead times and inventory requirements, and emphasizing the use of preventive maintenance , quality improvement programs, pull systems and flexible work forces and production facilities.”

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Lean Approaches in SMEs David Coombes - A575990


Lean tools available

◦ 5S, Value Stream Mapping, KanBan, One Piece Flow, Poka-yoke, Visual Management, SMED, Standardized work

SMEs definition

◦ <250 employees and… ◦ Annual turnover <€50m and/or Annual balance sheet <€43m

Problems faced by SMEs ◦ Financial, Workforce and Change

SMEs with lean Conclusion

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Lean Approaches in SMEs David Coombes - A575990


Two Visits ◦ GKN Driveline, Walsall ◦ Extec Screens and Crushers, Swadlincote.

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Value Stream Mapping Company information ◦ Organisational Structure ◦ Size

Initial implementation

◦ 48-week Training Course

Lean tools utilized

◦ 5S, KanBan, Visual Management, VSM, Autonomous Maintenance, Lost Time Analysis.

Continuous improvement ◦ 1/3-day Events

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Lean Approaches in SMEs David Coombes - A575990


4 February 2009

Lean Approaches in SMEs David Coombes - A575990


Company information ◦ Organisational Structure ◦ Size

Initial implementation ◦ Consultant ◦ Economic Downturn

Lean tools utilized ◦ 3/5S, KanBan, Visual Management

Next stages of lean

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Lean Approaches in SMEs David Coombes - A575990


Organisation ◦ Size ◦ Profit

Implementation ◦ Courses ◦ Consultant / No production

Tools ◦ GKN – Variety ◦ Extec – Small number, initial stages ◦ Starting with the same tools. 5S

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Detailed comparison between two visits Develop an aid for SMEs when it comes to implementing lean Recommendations for Extec

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Lean Approaches in SMEs David Coombes - A575990


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