Manufacturing in Motion

Applying Leaner and More Agile Techniques to Manufacturing

Lean Manufacturing has long been an accepted practice in manufacturing environments. Leaner Manufacturing™ is the next generation that takes into account other process improvement tools and methodologies. Leaner Manufacturing™ also makes all the concepts easier to understand.

Leaner Manufacturing ™ (LG) Manifesto
SSD Global Solutions supports the following concepts in Lean Manufacturing applications:

• Maximize customer value by eliminating waste in the production process.
• Engage staff members and outside parties in ongoing enhancements and problem-solving initiatives.
• Implement a quick, continuous improvement framework prioritizing execution over extensive planning.
• Lessen process complexity and output volatility.
• Use visual controls and performance indicators to give quick feedback to enhance in-the-moment decision-making and problem-solving.
• Apply systems thinking to improvement initiatives.

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