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To achieve world-class cycle time performance, designing an infrastructure is essential.
In most cases, an infrastructure already exists; however it might not have been created with the intent to achieve Cycle Time excellence in mind. In this situation, a CT reduction initiative takes place, typically lasting 6 months, to adequately evaluate a full cycle of a batch being produced in substantially less time. A major challenge of the evaluation is to sustain the effort while new product compliance requirements, products, and equipment are introduced.
This situation typically leads to the need for a Cycle Time Management philosophy that maintains the organization’s focus, continues with the productivity improvement effort, and sustains the momentum. cResults has developed a life science focused approach that incorporates Lean and Six Sigma tools and approaches to support clients in improving their CPM.
Cycle time is affected by almost all elements in the manufacturing environment as can be seen in the following chart.
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