textbook “lean production simplified” chapter3 study questions #7
Do the principles of total productive maintenance apply outside the factory? Explain your answer with concrete examples.
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Do the principles of total productive maintenance apply outside the factory? Explain your answer with concrete examples.
The basis of TPM is 5 S, i.e.; Sorting, Setting in order, Shining, Standardizing and Sustaining. It was used to increase productivity and reduce inefficiencies and indiscipline:
Yes we can apply it outside the factory or production facilities also.
It can be used partially or wholly in the following set-ups:
Retail outlets/ Shopping malls: The Total productive maintenance can be
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