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OpEx – Six Sigma – Design of Experiments
Channel: OpEx Academy NZDesign of Experiments
This collection of materials introduces the concept of Design of Experiments (DOE) as a methodology for operational excellence. The content outlines a structured approach to experimentation, moving from problem identification and basic experimentation methods like Trial and Error and One-Variable-At-a-Time (OVAT) to more sophisticated techniques. It then progresses to Full Factorial DOE, which systematically examines all factor combinations, and subsequently to Fractional Factorial DOE, a more efficient method that sacrifices some interaction information for reduced testing. The X Pult simulation is consistently used as a practical, hands-on exercise throughout the sessions to illustrate these experimental design principles and their application in achieving consistent and accurate results. The sessions also cover essential terminology like replicates, randomisation, and blocking, along with tools and templates for data collection and analysis.$ 29$ 34 -
OpEx – Lean Execution-The Success Mantra
Channel: OpEx Academy NZLean Execution
This comprehensive source, “OpEx – Lean Execution,” authored by Vishnu Rayapeddi, serves as a gateway to operational excellence through the application of Lean principles. It meticulously outlines a roadmap for understanding and implementing Lean methodologies, beginning with a foundational explanation of what Lean is and its core concept of eliminating waste to maximise customer value. The text places significant emphasis on “The Toyota Way” and its 14 principles, presenting them as a blueprint for achieving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of respect for people. Furthermore, the source addresses common reasons why Lean implementations fail, such as lack of vision or management commitment, and offers strategies for managing change effectively within an organisation. It then broadens its scope to include other business excellence philosophies like Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints, and Total Quality Management, highlighting their individual strengths and the potential benefits of a combined approach. Finally, the document details the practical steps involved in executing Lean, including assessment tools, the importance of long-term commitment, documentation, and the crucial role of people development and leadership in sustaining a Lean culture.$ 69$ 74 -
OpEx – Lean Culture Surveynt
Channel: OpEx Academy NZUnderstand the current culture of your organisation to set improvement goals
$ 19$ 24 -
OpEx – Balanced Scorecard Self-Assessment
Channel: OpEx Academy NZUnderstand your current situation with respect to measurement to set goals for improvement.
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OpEx-5SVC-5S and Visual Controls
Channel: OpEx Academy NZThe source, titled “5S & Visual Controls for High Performance Workplace” by Vishnu Rayapeddi, outlines a comprehensive workshop focused on implementing the 5S methodology within an operational setting. This approach, originating from lean manufacturing principles, aims to create a safe, clean, and organised workplace to improve efficiency and quality. The document details each of the five “S” steps: Sort, Set-in-Order, Shine, Standardise, and Sustain, providing practical guidance, self-assessment tools, and examples for implementation. Ultimately, the objective is to achieve “World-Class Manufacturing” through disciplined workplace organisation and the effective use of visual controls and displays to communicate information and manage processes.
$ 54$ 64 -
OpEx-Quality, Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Channel: OpEx Academy NZProblem Solving
The provided document, “OpEx – Quality & Problem Solving” by Vishnu Rayapeddi, offers a comprehensive guide to achieving operational excellence through effective quality management and problem-solving methodologies. It introduces the core concept of Zero Quality Control (ZQC), which aims for zero defects by preventing errors from becoming flaws, highlighting its importance for customer satisfaction and cost control. The text details various inspection approaches, contrasting traditional methods with ZQC’s source inspection, 100% inspection, short feedback loops, and mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke). Furthermore, the document outlines a 5-step problem-solving method, incorporating tools like PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act), Fishbone Diagrams, Pareto Charts, Flow Charts, and Brainstorming techniques to identify root causes and implement continuous improvements.$ 29$ 34 -
OpEx – Lean MBA 2-day workshop PPT
Channel: OpEx Academy NZOperational Excellence: A Lean-MBA Framework
The provided document, “OpEx-Lean-MBA 2day.pdf” by Vishnu Rayapeddi, outlines a Lean MBA framework designed to achieve Operational Excellence (BizEx). It introduces Business Excellence as outperforming competitors in key operational dimensions like quality, cost, and delivery, and continuously improving fundamental systems and customer satisfaction. The framework incorporates various best practices, including Total Quality Management (TQM), Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints (TOC), and the Toyota Production System (TPS), aiming to simplify processes, enhance quality, and increase competitiveness. The text details essential Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S methodology, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Standardised Work, Kaizen, and Pull Systems, explaining their purpose and implementation for waste elimination and efficiency gains. Ultimately, the document serves as a comprehensive guide for organisations seeking to foster a culture of continuous improvement and achieve world-class operational performance.$ 109$ 119 -
OpEx – Lean Leadership Survey Check-List
Channel: OpEx Academy NZBENEFITS OF THIS WORD DOCUMENT
- Understand the Level of Leadership before any transformational activity
$ 19$ 24 -
OpEx-Lean-Shop-Floor_Series (Bundled Product)
Channel: OpEx Academy NZLean Shop Floor Series:
This comprehensive “Lean Shop Floor Series” outlines principles and practices for achieving operational excellence in manufacturing. It begins by defining a Lean manufacturer as one focused on safely producing high-quality goods at the lowest cost with minimal waste, identifying eight common wastes, and various manufacturer types. The series then details 5S procedures (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise, Sustain) for workplace organization, emphasizing their benefits and step-by-step implementation through practical examples. Furthermore, the text introduces Root Cause Analysis for problem-solving, along with tools like the 5 Whys and Fishbone diagrams, and explores cost factors in manufacturing, highlighting how reducing the eight wastes minimizes overall expenses. Finally, it covers Quick Changeover Procedures to reduce downtime and Just in Time (JIT) concepts, including Kanban systems, as well as the importance of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and sustaining continuous improvement through performance monitoring and effective communication.Transcript$ 175$ 199 -
OpEx – Lean JIT, Just In Time
Channel: OpEx Academy NZDeveloping a Just in Time System
This resource, “Develop a Just in Time System” by Vishnu Rayapeddi, offers a comprehensive guide to implementing Just-in-Time (JIT) operational strategies. It begins by defining JIT as a system that ensures products are delivered precisely when and where they are needed, highlighting its benefits such as reduced costs and increased customer satisfaction. The material then explores the distinction between push and pull systems for creating product flow, advocating for the latter’s efficiency in lowering inventory. Key performance indicators like Takt Time, inventory turns, and DIFOTIS (Delivered in Full, On Time, In Spec) are introduced as crucial for monitoring success. The document further outlines various Kanban systems—including production, withdrawal, signal, multi-bin, and e-Kanban—as vital tools for managing material flow, along with CONWIP and FIFO systems. Finally, it presents a structured approach to implementing JIT through workplace projects, detailing evidence requirements for designing, implementing, and monitoring the system.$ 29$ 34 -
OpEx-Six Sigma – Improve Process Capability
Channel: OpEx Academy NZProcess Capability
This source outlines a three-session programme focused on determining and improving process capability, often associated with Six Sigma methodologies. The initial session introduces the process model, the relationship between Key Process Input Variables (KPIV) and Key Process Output Variables (KPOV), and the importance of measurements, including the concept of normal distribution and 3-Sigma vs 6-Sigma performance. Participants engage in an exercise using a catapult (X-Pult) to identify process variables and collect data. The second session reviews control charts, distinguishing between common cause and special cause variation, and explains process capability through the Cpk index. The final session concentrates on root cause analysis, developing improvement action plans, and implementing these changes, again using the catapult exercise to demonstrate measurable improvements in process capability.$ 49$ 54 -
OpEx-SCM Fundamentals – Scheduling
Channel: OpEx Academy NZSupply Chain Scheduling Fundamentals
This document, titled “OpEx – SCM Funda5 Scheduling,” provides a comprehensive overview of scheduling within supply chain fundamentals. It explains the strategic implications of effective scheduling, highlighting its role in asset utilisation, increased capacity, faster delivery, and enhanced customer service. The text covers various scheduling methods, including forward and backward scheduling, and discusses types of planning files such as item master, routing, and work-centre master files. Furthermore, it details techniques for loading jobs in work centres, like Gantt charts and assignment methods, and explores job sequencing rules, evaluating their performance against criteria like completion time and utilisation. The source also touches upon scheduling for services, providing examples from various industries.$ 24$ 29
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OpEx – Six Sigma – Design of Experiments
Design of Experiments
This collection of materials introduces the concept of Design of Experiments (DOE) as a methodology for operational excellence. The content outlines a structured approach to experimentation, moving from problem identification and basic experimentation methods like Trial and Error and One-Variable-At-a-Time (OVAT) to more sophisticated techniques. It then progresses to Full Factorial DOE, which systematically examines all factor combinations, and subsequently to Fractional Factorial DOE, a more efficient method that sacrifices some interaction information for reduced testing. The X Pult simulation is consistently used as a practical, hands-on exercise throughout the sessions to illustrate these experimental design principles and their application in achieving consistent and accurate results. The sessions also cover essential terminology like replicates, randomisation, and blocking, along with tools and templates for data collection and analysis.$ 29$ 34











