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Process optimization using lean manufacturing to reduce downtime: Case study of a manufacturing SME in Peru

  • Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
  • Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

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Abstract

The sector of small industrial companies has a problem with not being able to satisfy total market demand, mainly due to factories not capitalizing on their production capacity. Consequently, a method to solve downtime related problems has been proposed, which consists of applying 5S to reduce dead time stemming from disorder and uncleanliness, while simultaneously applying value stream mapping (VSM) to find the most efficient method to conduct processes. In conclusion, by implementing these tools in this manner, it was proven that businesses in this sector could operate with up to 73% efficiency.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2019 the 5th International Conference on Industrial and Business Engineering, ICIBE 2019
PublisherAssociation for Computing Machinery
Pages261-265
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781450376532
DOIs
StatePublished - 27 Sep 2019
Event5th International Conference on Industrial and Business Engineering, ICIBE 2019 - Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Duration: 27 Sep 201929 Sep 2019

Publication series

NameACM International Conference Proceeding Series

Conference

Conference5th International Conference on Industrial and Business Engineering, ICIBE 2019
Country/TerritoryHong Kong
CityHong Kong
Period27/09/1929/09/19

Keywords

  • 5S
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Process optimization
  • SMEs
  • VSM

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