Layouts & Work Cell Design: Layouts & work cell design uses the results of value stream mapping and workflow analysis to improve the macro and micro layout of the process.

Lean Flow : Is about how items or people we are dealing with in a process move from the first step to the last. One-piece Flow: One-piece flow is a practice where product is moved from one workstation to the next one piece at a time without allowing inventory to build up in-between steps. Point Of Use Storage (POUS): are raw materials, parts, tooling and gauging stored at the workstation where they are used using a visual, small-batch replenishment system.

Poka Yoke: Also called Error Proofing, is a method to design error detection and prevention into production processes with the goal of zero defects.

Build in quality: It is a strategy that minimizes the need for inspection "after the fact" and enables prompt problem solving.  Be proactive and not reactive; it is much less costly and keeps customers and associates happier.

Cells/Layout: Cellular Manufacturing is a model for workplace design, and has become an integral part of lean manufacturing systems. Cellular Manufacturing is based upon the principles of Group Technology, which seeks to take full advantage of the similarity between parts, through standardization and common processing.

Continuous Flow: Manufacturing where work-in-process smoothly flows through production with minimal (or no) buffers between steps of the manufacturing process.

Design for re-assembly: (DFA) is a process by which products are designed with ease of assembly in mind. If a product contains fewer parts it will take less time to assemble, thereby reducing assembly costs. In addition, if the parts are provided with features which make it easier to grasp, move, orient and insert them, this will also reduce assembly time and assembly costs.

Ergonomics: Ergonomics studies works as it relates to the human body and its limits. ergonomics can help manufacturing and industrial engineers maximum work output without physical harm to workers.

Error proofing: Design error detection and prevention into production processes with the goal of achieving zero defects (Poka Yoke)

Jidoka: Design equipment to partially automate the manufacturing process (partial automation is typically much less expensive than full automation) and to automatically stop when defects are detected.

SPC : Statistical Process Control is a quality control concept that uses statistical methods to monitor processes. SPC uses Control Charts to gather and analyze data, and helps to determine if processes are “out of control”, and, if so, under the influence of Common or Special Causes

Standardized Work: Standardized work is repeatable and

reliable operations, safely carried out, with all tasks organized in the best known sequence, using the most effective combination of people, material, machines, and methods.

TAKT : Derived from the German word Taktzeit, translated best as meter, is the average unit production time needed to meet customer demand.

Teams: are cross-trained and multi-skilled employees with a continuous improvement philosophy practicing process quality, not inspection, which promotes camaraderie and improved morale within the organization focused on a common goal.

Total Productive Maintenance:

TPM is a method to proactively maintain machines and equipment at their peak productivity and reduce equipment downtime to zero. A systematic approach to the elimination of equipment-related waste.

Value Stream Mapping: VSM is a tool used to identify the current flow of material and information for a product or process, highlighting the opportunities for improvement that will most significantly improve the production system.

Visual controls: Visual controls are a system of signs, information displays, layouts, material storage and handling tools, color-coding, and poka-yoke or mistake proofing devices. These controls fulfill the old fashioned adage: a place for everything and everything in its place.

Visual Controls: Visual controls are simple visual signals that give the operator the information to make the right decision. They are efficient, self-regulating, and worker-managed.

VSM: Value StreamMapping: 

VSM is a tool used to identify the current flow of material and information for a product or process, highlighting the opportunities for improvement that will most significantly improve the production system.

5S: Organize the work area:

●  Sort (eliminate that which is not needed)

●  Set In Order (organize remaining items)

●  Shine (clean and inspect work area)

●  Standardize (write standards for above)

●Sustain (regularly apply the standards

All Lean processes are made up of four parts: people systems, workspace systems, material systems, and quality systems. When talking about the Lean maturation pathway that we all follow, these four are fairly easy to understand. 

One must first deal with people systems to set up the Lean culture. Then you will design the workspace to set the process in order and establish discipline. 

Next we develop the material aspects to improve flow and quality aspects to drive perfection. I believe that this illustration helps me to show their relationships to one another.