Many people have a belief that batch and queue is easier and gets the job done faster. This couldn't be farther from the truth. In fact, one piece flow is the ideal way to set up a process. Besides reducing the time it takes to complete a task, there are many other benefits to one piece flow, such as:
- Reduces work in process (WIP)
- Eliminates excess inventory
- Improves floor/space efficiencies
- Heightened morale
- And much more...
To help demonstrate one piece flow vs. batching, here's a video I found on Youtube. Take a look... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQThEIJhhNs
Try it for yourself. Whether your process is entering orders, filing, processing people through a doctors office, manufacturing widgets or stuffing envelopes, if you want to reduce the time it takes to complete the process then move to one piece flow.
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