2. What is TPS? A production system which is steeped in the
philosophy of "the complete elimination of all waste" imbuing all
aspects of production in pursuit of the most efficient
methods.
3. History of TPS Taichi Ohno Sakichi Toyoda Kiichiro Toyoda
Eiji Toyoda
4. The Philosophies Used in TPS Jidoka Quality must be built in
during the manufacturing process. Just-in-Time Making only "what is
needed, when it is needed, and in the amount needed!" Kaizen
Continuous improvement of working practices, personal efficiency.
Poke-Yoke Mistake proofing
5. 7 Principles of TPS Reduced setup times Small-lot production
Employee involvement and empowerment Quality at the source
Equipment maintenance Pull production Supplier involvement
6. Toyota Way The "Toyota spirit of making things" is referred
to as the "Toyota Way.