What is Heijunka in SAP PP-FLW - Flow Manufacturing?

SAP Term: Heijunka

• Component: PP-FLW

• Component Name: Flow Manufacturing

• Description: Procedure in Lean Manufacturing serving the purpose of production smoothing/leveling. The aim is to achieve an even distribution of the production volume and maximum mixing of the materials to be produced.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Heijunka is a Japanese term meaning “leveling” or “equalizing”. In the context of SAP PP-FLW Flow Manufacturing, Heijunka is a tool used to create a balanced production schedule that meets customer demand while minimizing inventory and production costs. Heijunka helps to ensure that production is evenly distributed across all resources, allowing for more efficient use of resources and better customer service. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Heijunka can be used in SAP PP-FLW Flow Manufacturing to create a balanced production schedule. The user can define the desired production rate, the desired inventory level, and the desired delivery date for each product. Heijunka then creates a production schedule that meets these criteria while minimizing inventory and production costs. The user can also adjust the parameters of the schedule to meet changing customer demands or other constraints. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using Heijunka in SAP PP-FLW Flow Manufacturing, it is important to consider the impact of any changes to the production schedule on other resources. For example, if the production rate is increased, it may be necessary to adjust the availability of other resources such as labor or materials in order to meet the new demand. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Heijunka is closely related to other concepts such as Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing and Lean manufacturing. JIT focuses on reducing waste by producing only what is needed when it is needed, while Lean focuses on eliminating waste and improving efficiency throughout the entire production process. Heijunka combines these concepts by creating a balanced production schedule that meets customer demand while minimizing inventory and production costs.