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No contexto de um ambiente empresarial cada vez mais competitivo, onde qualquer fator de diferenciação e a melhoria contínua (MC) são cruciais para a prosperidade das empresas nos mercados, este estudo investiga como a aplicação de ferramentas de gestão pode trazer melhorias ao nível dos stocks, uma das grandes preocupações das empresas modernas.
O principal objetivo deste estudo é medir o impacto da aplicação da Metodologia A3 numa divisão da Yazaki Saltano ao nível dos stocks. Através da aplicação de uma metodologia de investigação-ação, foi possível desenvolver um estudo de caso onde se apresenta a aplicação da Metodologia A3, visando a redução de stocks. Depois de definida a equipa de investigação (EI) e o âmbito de aplicação do A3, iniciou-se a análise do estado atual dos níveis de stock e seguiram-se os vários passos constituintes do relatório A3, desde análise das potenciais causas do problema, até à implementação de contramedidas e respetiva avaliação.
A implementação das ações de melhoria permitiu uma redução de 42,5% do stock dos Moldes, ultrapassando a meta inicial de 35%, com impactos positivos no fluxo de caixa da empresa, na libertação de espaço físico e no longo prazo, ao nível da sustentabilidade. Os resultados foram monitorizados com recurso a targets e indicadores-chave de desempenho (KPIs) que permitiram avaliar a eficácia das contramedidas aplicadas.
Os resultados evidenciam que a Metodologia A3, com base numa Filosofia Lean, com fortes tradições em empresas com cultura empresarial japonesa, pode ser aplicada com sucesso em empresas industriais portuguesas do setor automóvel. Como resultado deste estudo de caso específico, propõe-se que a ferramenta A3 seja difundida a outras áreas/divisões da empresa para, além da obtenção de ganhos adicionais, se possa implementar uma cultura de melhoria contínua.
In the context of an increasingly competitive business environment, where any differentiation factor and continuous improvement are crucial to the prosperity of companies in the markets, this study investigates how the application of management tools can bring about improvements in stock levels, one of the major concerns of modern companies. The main objective of this study is to measure the impact of applying the A3 Methodology at a Yazaki Saltano division in terms of stock levels. Through the application of action research (AR) methodology, it was possible to develop a case study presenting the application of the A3 Methodology with a view to reducing stocks. After defining the research team and the scope of the A3, the analysis of the current state of stock levels began and the various steps of the A3 report were followed, from analyzing the potential causes of the problem to implementing countermeasures and evaluating them. The implementation of the actions led to a 42,5% reduction in molding stock, surpassing the initial target of 35%, with positive impacts on the company’s cash flow, freeing up physical space and long-term sustainability. The results were monitored using targets and key performance indicators which made it possible to assess the effectiveness of the countermeasures applied. The results show that the A3 Methodology, based on a Lean Philosophy with strong traditions in companies with a Japanese business culture, can be successfully applied in Portuguese industrial companies in the automotive sector. As a result of this specific case study, it is proposed that the A3 tool be disseminated to other areas/divisions of the company so that, besides obtaining additional gains, a culture of continuous improvement can be implemented.
In the context of an increasingly competitive business environment, where any differentiation factor and continuous improvement are crucial to the prosperity of companies in the markets, this study investigates how the application of management tools can bring about improvements in stock levels, one of the major concerns of modern companies. The main objective of this study is to measure the impact of applying the A3 Methodology at a Yazaki Saltano division in terms of stock levels. Through the application of action research (AR) methodology, it was possible to develop a case study presenting the application of the A3 Methodology with a view to reducing stocks. After defining the research team and the scope of the A3, the analysis of the current state of stock levels began and the various steps of the A3 report were followed, from analyzing the potential causes of the problem to implementing countermeasures and evaluating them. The implementation of the actions led to a 42,5% reduction in molding stock, surpassing the initial target of 35%, with positive impacts on the company’s cash flow, freeing up physical space and long-term sustainability. The results were monitored using targets and key performance indicators which made it possible to assess the effectiveness of the countermeasures applied. The results show that the A3 Methodology, based on a Lean Philosophy with strong traditions in companies with a Japanese business culture, can be successfully applied in Portuguese industrial companies in the automotive sector. As a result of this specific case study, it is proposed that the A3 tool be disseminated to other areas/divisions of the company so that, besides obtaining additional gains, a culture of continuous improvement can be implemented.
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Melhoria contínua Metodologia A3 Filosofia lean Stocks Continuous improvement Lean thinking A3 methodology