Value stream analysis of Manufacturing Engineering New Product Introduction processes

Abstract

This paper describes the use of a methodology for value stream mapping and analysis of Manufacturing Engineering New Product Introduction processes. The applicability and usefulness of the technique to process improvement in this domain is explored in a case study where the production system for a new component part is planned and proven. This analysis enables an improvement strategy for the Manufacturing Engineering process to be successfully outlined. © 2011 Springer-Verlag London Limited.