Basic concepts of production systemsction

Basic concepts of production systemsction

1. 1. Process mapping: Process mapping is a technique used to visualize and understand the steps and activities involved in a production process. It allows you to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement

   • Features: identification of activities, sequence of steps, identification of responsibilities, visualization of information and material flows.

2. 2. Planning: Planning in a production system involves determining the objectives, strategies and actions necessary to achieve the desired results.

   • Functions: establishing objectives, assigning resources, scheduling activities, estimating time and costs and making decisions.

3. 3. Tickets: Inputs are the materials, components or resources necessary to carry out the production process. They may include raw materials, spare parts, labor, equipment, tools, among others.

   • Characteristics: necessary for the process, they can be tangible or intangible, they can be internal or external to the organization.

4. 4. Processes: Processes are the activities and steps that are carried out to transform inputs into products or services. They may include manufacturing, assembly, packaging, testing operations, among others.

   • Characteristics: sequence of activities, transformation of inputs, use of resources, generation of value.

5. 5. Procedures: Procedures are detailed, sequential instructions that are followed to perform a specific activity or task within the production system.

   • Features: specific steps to follow, detailed description of activities, logical sequence, establishment of standards.

6. 6. Products: Products are the final result of the production process. They can be tangible goods or intangible services that satisfy customers' needs or wants.

   • Characteristics: they meet specifications, quality, functionality, value for the customer, they can be physical or digital.

7. 7. Materials: Materials are the physical elements used in the production process. They can be raw materials, components, parts or semi-finished products.

   • Characteristics: tangible, can be transformed or assembled, have an associated cost, can be perishable or durable.

8. 8. Control: Control in a production system involves monitoring and evaluating the performance of the process to ensure that established objectives are met.

   • Features: establishment of performance indicators, comparison with standards, detection of deviations, taking corrective actions.

9. 9. Type of orders: Order type refers to the way customer product requests are received and processed. It can be through individual orders, batch orders, scheduled orders, among others.

   • Characteristics: demand volume, order frequency, variability, production strategy.

10. 10. Tactics: Takt time is the time available to produce a product or complete an activity to satisfy customer demand. It is calculated by dividing the available time by the expected demand.

    • Characteristics: production rate, synchronization with demand, balance between capacity and demand.

11. 11. Forecast: Forecasting is an estimate of future demand for products or services. It is based on historical data, trends, market analysis and other relevant factors.

    • Characteristics: demand estimation, uncertainty, basis for planning and decision making.

12. 12. Launch: Release refers to the release or authorization to begin production of a specific product or batch. It may include issuing work orders, production instructions, and resource allocation.

    • Characteristics: authorization to start production, communication of instructions, coordination of activities.

13. 13. Delivery time: Lead time is the total time required to complete a process or deliver a product13. Wait time: Lead time is the total time required to complete a process or deliver a product from when an order is placed until it is delivered to the customer. It includes processing time, manufacturing, packaging, transportation, and any other necessary steps.

    • Characteristics: total waiting time, may vary depending on the product or service, affects customer satisfaction and process efficiency.

14. 14. Delivery: Delivery refers to the act of providing requested products or services to customers. It may involve the physical distribution of products or the provision of services at the designated location.

    • Features: demand fulfillment, customer satisfaction, distribution logistics, transportation coordination and reverse logistics yes