REDUCING WORK IN PROCESS (WIP) USING LINE BALANCING TECHNIQUE IN MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

Abstract

For organizations looking to increase productivity and efficiency in the manufacturing sector, reducing Work In Process (WIP) is a crucial goal. The deployment of line-balancing techniques to accomplish this goal is the main topic of this research article. The introduction discusses the negative consequences of WIP, including productivity loss, leads times that are too long, and bottlenecks. The application of lean manufacturing principles, workflow optimization, WIP limits establishment, improved communication and collaboration, prioritization and sequencing of work, identification and removal of bottlenecks, and performance monitoring are just a few of the methods for reducing WIP that are covered. The importance of line balancing in maximizing efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity in manufacturing output is emphasized in the study. The literature review explores the use of worksharing and line-balancing approaches to increase productivity as well as the advantages of line-balancing in eliminating operational inefficiencies. The procedure for data collection and analysis, which includes calculating cycle time and takt time, is described in the methodology section. To reduce WIP and streamline processes, the suggested methodology advises allocating greater resources to bottleneck stations. The outcomes show how the suggested methodology works to decrease WIP and boost productivity. The paper concludes by comparing the advantages of line balancing in reducing workstations, cycle time, balance delay, idle time, and overall line length. Present. The references provided offer relevant studies on line balancing and assembly line basics. This research contributes valuable insights and practical implications for improving productivity and reducing WIP in the manufacturing industry.