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OpEx-Competitive Manufacturing
Competitive Manufacturing: Your Gateway to Operational Excellence
This training material, titled “Competitive Manufacturing” by Vishnu Rayapeddi, introduces the concept of Operational Excellence. It outlines a comprehensive programme designed to equip participants with the knowledge, tools, and methods to significantly improve workplaces, leading to nationally recognised certification. The core focus is on identifying and eliminating operational waste—such as defects, overproduction, and unnecessary motion—to achieve “World Class” business performance through increased cost-effectiveness, higher quality, and faster, more consistent production. The material details a structured change management model, emphasising the importance of defining changes, establishing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), engaging stakeholders, and meticulously planning and monitoring implementation through various tools like Gantt Charts and Visual Management Systems. Ultimately, it aims to transform businesses by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and value creation for the customer.$ 59$ 69OpEx-Competitive Manufacturing
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Lean-MBA, Lean Management Business Architecture Guide (PDF)
The provided text offers a comprehensive exploration of Lean thinking, originating from the Toyota Production System (TPS) and popularised by figures like James Womack. It details key Lean principles such as Just-in-Time (JIT), which encompasses Takt Time, Flow, and Pull systems, alongside tools like Kanban for material control and SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Dies) for setup reduction. The document also covers Total Quality Management (TQM), including FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Mistake Proofing (Poka-Yoke), and introduces supporting methodologies like Training Within Industry (TWI), Kaizen (continuous improvement), and Gemba Walks. Furthermore, it discusses the application of Lean in broader contexts like supply chain management and office administration, and explores its intersection with Six Sigma and the Theory of Constraints (TOC), all while emphasising the critical role of leadership, employee engagement, and a supportive organisational culture for successful Lean implementation.$ 29$ 39











