Respuesta :
The suppliers need to be informed well in advance that Lean implementation needs to take place at a date in the near future.Keeping in mind the lead time of the transistors and the inventory requirement the company should place the order for the transistor ahead of 2 months time span
Explanation:
1. What suggestions do you have for Sabina about working with suppliers and how would you address the sourcing issue from the Chinese supplier based on Lean principles?
The suppliers need to be informed well in advance that Lean implementation needs to take place at a date in the near future.Keeping in mind the lead time of the transistors and the inventory requirement the company should place the order for the transistor ahead of 2 months time span
What should Sabina do about reorganizing the work environment? Should any layout changes be made and how do you think they should be implemented?
The changes in the machinery setting is going to consume a lot of time .Sabina noticed that the layout design was based on the function rather the layout should be designed on the basis of the production flow and not on the functions.By adopting to lean six sigma these functions can be implemented
How would you address the issue of equipment setup? How would you proceed?
By Implementing  Lean Six Sigma to identify the process that is leading to excessive  wastage and then we need to evaluate  the process of  plant loading  in a uniform manner.
What other suggestions would you offer Sabina to improve the operation of this company? In what order should these changes be made?
The  steps for a Lean Six Sigma needs to be adopted:
Step 1 – The values need to be defined jointly
Step 2 – An analysis  of the supply chain capabilities of the organization needs to be done.
Step 3 – Identification of the important financial and operational metrics
Step 4 – Understand the need for system improvement and then how it System needs  be executed
Describe the organizational culture of Lean. How can Sabina promote this at Buckeye?
All the  employees should be  involved(i.e the  suppliers, operations, and logistics. Also all the people need to be treated equally and with respect,.
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