Examples of this method are found in many industries, but mainly in those that make use of a production line or require keeping an inventory of raw materials. Toyota was the first to implement JIT effectively in and is still one of the most successful companies practising JIT systems. Their method, also known as the Toyota production strategy, sees that raw materials are not brought to the production floor until the order is received from the customer and the product is ready to be built.
During the production process, no parts are included in the next node or station unless they are required to. This keeps the amount of inventory to a minimum which as a result, lowers costs. Tech giant Apple has also leveraged JIT principles to make its manufacturing process a success.
Apple has only one central warehouse in the US and about key suppliers worldwide; they developed strong and strategic relationships with their vendors. This outsourcing of production made Apple leaner and resulted in slashing costs and reducing overstock.
With only one central warehouse in the US, most of their inventory is at their retail stores. Adding further to the JIT mix, Apple began to take advantage of dropshipping.
As a result, this reduces shipping costs, wastage, and storage costs. This standardises the process, so that every time a customer receives an order, they are getting the same consistent experience.
JIT helps business owners save money and reduce wastage, while still providing their customers with the products they want and need in a timely manner. Article by Melanie Chan in collaboration with our team of Unleashed Software inventory and business specialists. The themes for JIT process improvement should therefore apply equally in a service environment. Duclos, Sea, and Lummus have suggested the following framework for describing the different ways in which JIT concepts have been applied to service organizations.
Synchronization and Balance of Information and Workflow Because services are intangible, it is important that there be synchronization between demand and capacity. In other words, capacity must be available when the customer demands it. From a workflow balance perspective. Under the JIT approach, suppliers are limited. This reduces the amount of time spent on vendor relations, and ensures that the firm is working with only reliable suppliers who can deliver high quality goods on time.
A long-term concentration on production growth and supply requirements, and synchronizing changes in raw materials specifications with suppliers, provide many long-term benefits to the business. The JIT system can produce long-term benefits like cost savings, lower production costs and better customer satisfaction. Article by Melanie Chan in collaboration with our team of Unleashed Software inventory and business specialists.
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