Visual Factory Management (VFM)
Using Visual
Materials In An Industrial Organization
Visual Factory Management is a system for improving
productivity, safety, quality, on-time delivery, profits and
employee morale by implementing "visual controls."
Visual controls make working areas user friendly by answering
questions; identifying equipment, materials and locations;
describing actions and procedures; and providing safety warnings
and precaution information. Visual controls help employees
avoid wasting time by giving them the information they need,
where and when they need it.
Using Visual Factory Management involves proper labeling
and signage to create
a workplace in which employees have the information they need,
understand their role, and contribute in a positive way to
the success of your company.
Visual Factory Management is not an expensive management
tool nor is it difficult to implement. It involves posting
information about the job to be done, the work area (environment),
the equipment and materials to be used, safety and job performance.
Visual Factory Management begins with implementing a Five
S program:
What are the Five S's?
Sorting
- Systematic Organization -
Shine - Standardize
- Sustain
(Use the above links for more details about each of the Five
S's)
For more information about Visual Factory Management, please
feel free to give us a call. A customer
service representative will be happy to answer your questions.
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