Implementation of Lean Tools in Internal Logistic Improvement

Abstract

Lean thinking is a philosophy that allows organizations to move towards perfection through continuous improvement. With the applications of lean tools, it is possible to identify waste within an organization and present simple, effective, and cost-effective solutions to achieve higher productivity and profitability. The present article is a result of the work carried out in a company responsible for designing and projecting automated material handling and storage systems. Using lean tools such as value stream mapping (VSM), it was possible to identify several wastes and improvement opportunities throughout the productive chain. This article aims to present the solutions developed to reduce wastes in the internal logistics department. Subsequently, the application and evaluations of the impact of lean tools, it was possible to calculate the impact in the internal logistics which results in a decrease of 16% in the production costs.