Mastering the art of just-in-time: how to streamline your workflow and increase productivity
What is the Just in Time method?
The Just in Time method is a system that seeks to eliminate all tasks that imply waste in the production process. That is, from purchases to distribution. Therefore, one of the main objectives is to produce just what is needed at the time that is needed. In addition to offering a quality product or service to the customer and guaranteeing their satisfaction with the least possible consumption of resources.
Just-in-Time System Features
The production JIT (Just in Time) It is based on guaranteeing product quality and continuous improvement. Its most important objectives and advantages are the following:
cell manufacturing
To optimize production operation a complete reorganization is necessary. The objective is to simplify material flows and distribute the machines in a U-shape. In this way, access is facilitated for workers.Reduction of storage costs
This technique involves reducing stocks. That is to say, to promote the significant reduction of both the cost and the products and the production time. It also improves liquidity due to stock reduction.
continuous production
With the just in time method the stages of the production process are independent and keep pace with production. It is a philosophy that seeks to simplify production so that the method is simpler and more effective. It is responsible for preventing defects and work throughout the procedure. And it also finds the causes of problems and provides solutions to improve the production process.
Greater competitiveness of the company
The perfection of the production process is extremely necessary for the company to be more competitive in the market. To do this, waste is eliminated so as not to use unnecessary raw materials or products. Only the strictly necessary resources will be used, both in variety and quantity. This allows us to offer high quality products, in the stipulated time and without losses.
Focus on demand
It consists of producing according to the quantity of demand so as not to carry out unnecessary production. And at the same time, offer the highest quality to guarantee customer satisfaction.