Pull Production for the Shopfloor

An introduction to basic pull production concepts, this book gives production teams and managers the understanding they need to begin implementing this lean tool. It shows readers how to get everyone on board to reduce work in process inventory, lead-time, and other profit-draining expenses. The book also covers how to get support from higher management for pull implementation efforts. Well-organized and structured for ease of use, the book includes chapter overviews and summaries, questions throughout each chapter to help readers apply the information in their workplace, drawings and illustrations, and margin icons that flag definitions, main points, and other highlights.