Authors : Daniel J. Fonseca , Gary P. Moynihan and Jennifer Freeman
Abstract: This study deals with the development of a framework for the implementation of lean manufacturing principles in the automotive component supply industry. This study consists of five major steps that involve extensive teamwork through a continuous improvement platform. The developed continuous improvement model was successfully applied during a kaizen event at the HVAC assembly cell of a leading automotive component supplier.
Daniel J. Fonseca , Gary P. Moynihan and Jennifer Freeman , 2006. PLean Manufacturing and the Automotive Component Supply Industry. Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, 1: 500-503.