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A modified FMEA approach to enhance reliability of lean systems

A modified FMEA approach to enhance reliability of lean systems Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to encourage the integration of Lean principles with reliability models to sustain Lean efforts on a long‐term basis. It seeks to present a modified FMEA that will allow Lean practitioners to understand and improve the reliability of Lean systems. The modified FMEA approach is developed based on the four critical resources required to sustain Lean systems: personnel, equipment, materials, and schedules. Design/methodology/approach – A three‐phased methodology approach is presented to enhance the reliability of Lean systems. The first phase compares actual business and operational conditions with conditions assumed in Lean implementation. The second phase maps potential deviations of business and operational conditions to their root cause. The third phase utilizes a modified Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to prioritize issues that the organization must address. Findings – A literature search shows that practical methodologies to improve the reliability of Lean systems are non‐existent. Research limitations/implications – The knowledge database involves many tedious calculations and hence needs to be automated. Originality/value – The paper has defined Lean system reliability, developed a conceptual model to enhance the Lean system reliability, developed a knowledge base in the form of detailed hierarchical root trees for the four critical resources that support our Lean system reliability, developed a Risk Assessment Value (RAV) based on the concept of effectiveness of detection using Lean controls when Lean designer implements Lean change, developed modified FMEA for the four critical resources. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management Emerald Publishing

A modified FMEA approach to enhance reliability of lean systems

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Emerald Publishing
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Copyright © 2010 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
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0265-671X
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10.1108/02656711011062417
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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to encourage the integration of Lean principles with reliability models to sustain Lean efforts on a long‐term basis. It seeks to present a modified FMEA that will allow Lean practitioners to understand and improve the reliability of Lean systems. The modified FMEA approach is developed based on the four critical resources required to sustain Lean systems: personnel, equipment, materials, and schedules. Design/methodology/approach – A three‐phased methodology approach is presented to enhance the reliability of Lean systems. The first phase compares actual business and operational conditions with conditions assumed in Lean implementation. The second phase maps potential deviations of business and operational conditions to their root cause. The third phase utilizes a modified Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to prioritize issues that the organization must address. Findings – A literature search shows that practical methodologies to improve the reliability of Lean systems are non‐existent. Research limitations/implications – The knowledge database involves many tedious calculations and hence needs to be automated. Originality/value – The paper has defined Lean system reliability, developed a conceptual model to enhance the Lean system reliability, developed a knowledge base in the form of detailed hierarchical root trees for the four critical resources that support our Lean system reliability, developed a Risk Assessment Value (RAV) based on the concept of effectiveness of detection using Lean controls when Lean designer implements Lean change, developed modified FMEA for the four critical resources.

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International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management – Emerald Publishing

Published: Aug 3, 2010

Keywords: Employees; Materials management; Failure (mechanical)

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