People at the Centre of Continuous Improvement

Synopsis: This video can be used to enhance understanding of continual improvement techniques in the automotive industry.

The automotive industry is one of the most competitive in the world and companies have long realised that they must remain competitive to remain in business. This video concentrates on a recent initiative that has been instigated by the SMMT Industry Forum who are running a program to introduce tools and techniques to companies which will encourage them to think about continuous improvement in a structured way. Once the lead company has been indoctrinated into the program they are encouraged to spread these ideas down through their supply chains. The video describes the tools and techniques used and how these have been applied within their various companies and delivered considerable improvements in each. The video also explores the issues surrounding the application of such a program and what structure needs to be put into place to maximise the chances of success.
Series: Implementation of New Technologies, Course T833
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of production: 2000
Availability: Out of distribution
Subjects: Business studies
Keywords: motor vehicle industries; production engineering; management education; Continuous improvement

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