Melhoria contínua na linha de produção: estudo de aplicação do Método Kaizen

Abstract

Currently, the companies due to increased competition, mainly because of globalization, has sought new ways to optimize results, elimination of waste, reduction of delivery times, as well as continuous quality improvement. Therefore, this paper presents the Kaizen methodology, an important methodology for continuous improvement of organizations. It appears, too, the history and concepts of kaizen, as well as deployment of the Kaizen philosophy of a business case study, where he could observe the strengths and potential improvement of this methodology. It is observed that with the information contained in this work there are great benefits for both the organization and for your employees, as well as the Kaizen also continuously improving the organization seeks the satisfaction of employees. Generating a very favorable climate in the organization to change.