FlowVision is a leading consultant on Lean and Flow Manufacturing. Our real-world expertise in lead-time
                                reduction and supply chain management make today's manufacturers more profitable and competitve.

 
Customized Lean Flow Implementation Programs

Every FlowVision engagement follows a disciplined implementation process that begins by collecting validated and formalized activity data. This data becomes the basis for line and Kanban design and maintenance. The following deliverables are included in every FlowVision engagement:

First, the implementation team create process flow charts, and standard work content templates for critical products and processes. We develop process and product matrices that include standard work content times, yield data, and option data. Next, we develop the Kanban design, playing close attention to Kanban pull paths, delivery frequency, container quantity and sizing, Kanban calculations for all component parts, and material presentation requirements. We define supermarket Kanbans and floor space requirements and locations. We also design and print the Kanban cards.

In every case we develop a Kanban sizing methodology that the client can use going forward. We help the client understand and use Lean Flow planning techniques and how to define system and planning requirements. We develop a production planning board, sales order traveler and review changes to material control techniques. We calculate Lean Flow line design, TAKT time, people and machine requirements and develop line-balancing methods.

We size in-process Kanban, define proper locations and methods, and train our client in the use of our proprietary Kanban calculation tool.. Among many other things, we develop a facility rearrangement plan, ensure that it coincides with the Lean Flow design and develop a standard operation work station design. We conduct a material Kanban audit, and define the vendor Kanban signaling methodology, always looking for optimal approaches to reducing vendor lead times.

Once the project is complete, we measure efficiency, product lead times, and compare the Kanban to the pre-Lean Flow inventory. Finally, we develop an employee qualification board and review the long-term vision of the Lean Flow approach so the client can embark on the journey of continuous improvement.