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Increasing Production Efficiencies  { Book Here }

Course Outline:
At a time when the optimisation of efforts is paramount, the Association for Purchasing and Supply (APS) has designed an integrated workshop which focuses on measuring and increasing production efficiencies in a manufacturing environment. The course highlights the importance of people in achieving the results, developing their commitment and capabilities by taking ownership of key areas of improvement

People who should attend:
The course is designed for those wishing to discover real ways of increasing manufacturing performance by increasing production efficiencies. It is particularly applicable to those in a management position or in a position that can influence manufacturing strategy, however it will also suit any employee directly involved in the production process.

Course Objectives:
The first day of the two days workshop addresses simple methods of measuring production efficiencies in a machine controlled and a labour controlled manufacturing operation. Assessing current levels provides the benchmark to establish the improvement levels required. Focus then shifts to addressing potential strategies for increasing the efficiencies in a controlled and methodical manner.

Day two’s primary focus is on the potential application of the strategies to course participant’s own organisations. This is very much a hands on approach.

Course Content:

• Measuring performance levels – Key Performance Indicators
• The concepts of Waste Elimination and Total Quality Control and the importance of continuous improvement
• Using the "Pull" system to schedule product
• Identifying reasons for low productivity
• Problem solving techniques
• The role and benefits of Team Working and Empowerment
• The role and importance of the Team Leader
• Motivational strategies for individuals and groups
• Innovative methods of Pay and Rewards
• Group workshops to address course participants specific productivity challenges

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