Title of article :
Reducing Wastes in Manufacturing Process Using VSM Tool
Author/Authors :
Goriwondo ، William M. - National University of Science and Technology , Mhlanga ، Samson - National University of Science and Technology , Marecha ، Alphonce - National University of Science and Technology
Abstract :
Value Stream Mapping (VSM) is a World Class Manufacturing tool that can be used to minimise waste in manufacturing. Companies are experiencing intense competitive pressure due to globalisation hence they cannot afford to operate with waste in their processes. This paper details the use of the VSM tool in reducing waste in bread manufacturing for a company in Zimbabwe. The case study shows how the VSM tool was used to identify and reduce defects by 20%, unnecessary inventory by 18% and motion by 37%. It incorporates waste relationship ranking and the importance of management commitment in waste reduction.
Keywords :
Value Stream Mapping , Waste Reduction , Value Addition , World Class Manufacturing
Journal title :
International Journal of industrial engineering and mangement science
Journal title :
International Journal of industrial engineering and mangement science
