Information on Basic Problem Solving Techniques (BPST)

[MechEng]

Does anyone know where I can find information on Basic Problem Solving Techniques (BPST) Basically I need to explain how they are used and the context in which they might be used;

1. Flow or Process charts,
2. Tally Charts
3. Scatter Diagrams
4. Cause/effect Diagrams and Brainstorming

I'm also looking for information on WCM, and info on the following in the context of WCM;

1. Reduces lot sizes
2. Reduced Inventory Levels
3. Ensuring availability of equipment
4. developing Supplier/ Customer Partnership

Also(LOL) info on the 3 major inputs in an MRP system.

It's for an take home assignment, The net is allowed to be used for info but I'm having trouble finding information on it. So I was wondering if anyone here could help me, it would be greatly appreciated.

[CarolX]

Originally Posted by MechEng

Does anyone know where I can find information on Basic Problem Solving Techniques (BPST) Basically I need to explain how they are used and the context in which they might be used;

1. Flow or Process charts,
2. Tally Charts
3. Scatter Diagrams
4. Cause/effect Diagrams and Brainstorming

Hi MechEng and welcome to the Cove,

Take a look at this board - Common Quality Assurance Topics and Tools

You can also try the search function, and go with the advance search. These topics have many discussion threads and generous folks have posted their examples.

Originally Posted by MechEng

I'm also looking for information on WCM, and info on the following in the context of WCM;

1. Reduces lot sizes
2. Reduced Inventory Levels
3. Ensuring availability of equipment
4. developing Supplier/ Customer Partnership

Before I comment on this one - what does WCM stand for?

Originally Posted by MechEng

Also(LOL) info on the 3 major inputs in an MRP system.

It's for an take home assignment, The net is allowed to be used for info but I'm having trouble finding information on it. So I was wondering if anyone here could help me, it would be greatly appreciated.

What do you consider to be the three major inputs in an MRP system?

[MechEng]

Originally Posted by CarolX

Hi MechEng and welcome to the Cove,

Take a look at this board - Common Quality Assurance Topics and Tools

You can also try the search function, and go with the advance search. These topics have many discussion threads and generous folks have posted their examples.





Before I comment on this one - what does WCM stand for?




What do you consider to be the three major inputs in an MRP system?

Thanks for welcoming me, You can cal me Connor

Thanks for the links.. I'l check them out later when I get a change

WCM stand for World class manufacturing.

About the last question, I don't know..mainly because I missed some topics because I had to go into hospital for an operation.. just my luck I'd miss something on the exam.. I said it to the lecture and he told me to look it up online(as with the rest of the exam)

[Ted Schmitt]

Originally Posted by CarolX

Before I comment on this one - what does WCM stand for?

As far as I know it means World Class Manufaturer

[Saenz]

You can search with the key words TQM tools,

Here's a pretty comprehensive preview of the book: http://books.google.com/books?id=dQW...cd=1#PPA398,M1

[ScottK]

Assuming the MRP system is set up and you're looking inputs to make it function I would hazard to say:

Forcast
Resource needs
Material lead times

are the parts of the equation you need in order to plan.

[CarolX]

Originally Posted by MechEng

WCM stand for World class manufacturing.

Here is one thread about this subject

World Class Manufacturing - Model for Manufacturing Excellence

[wmarhel]

Originally Posted by MechEng

Does anyone know where I can find information on Basic Problem Solving Techniques (BPST) Basically I need to explain how they are used and the context in which they might be used;

1. Flow or Process charts,
2. Tally Charts
3. Scatter Diagrams
4. Cause/effect Diagrams and Brainstorming

Do a search on the cove as already mentioned and look for "7 basic quality tools".

Originally Posted by MechEng

Also(LOL) info on the 3 major inputs in an MRP system.

1) Master Production Schedule - outlines the anticipated production activities
(both internal and extenal)

2) Bill of Material - listing of all the raw materials, component parts, subassemblies, and assemblies required to produce one unit of a specific finished product.

3) Inventory Record File - provides an account of how much inventory is already on hand or on order, and which should be subtracted from the material requirements. This is a "time period" and includes gross requirements, scheduled receipts, and expected amount on hand. It also includes details for each item, such as supplier, lead time, and lot size."

Wayne