Title: Implement a continuous improvement plan.
Course: Manufacturing Systems II, Advanced (13002-II) > Section: Examining Product Quality

Implementation should include an industry standard problem-solving method, such as

- value stream mapping
- waste elimination
- sort, straighten, shine, standardize, and sustain (the Five Ss)
- define, measure, analyze, improve, and control (DMAIC)
- Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is value stream mapping?
- What are the principles of the 5 Ss?
- What is the importance of waste elimination? How can it increase profits?
- Why do manufacturers need continuous improvement?