1.Introduction to 4Ms of production_module5.pptx

Practice material

1. Motivation

2. DIRECTIONS: Explain what the illustration below suggests.

3. Objectives

4. Introduction to 4M’s of Operation

5. 4M’s of Operation

6. The 4M’s of operation in relation to business opportunity means that the four critical domains, usually attributed to manufacturing are: man, machine, material and method should work together. These four critical domains are also applicable to business opportunities since business in essence is tied to manufacturing as well. When putting up a business, manpower is critical as well as the other elements. The businessman must take all of these into account.

7. Manpower

8. hu Man (Skill, Technology, Organization, Resources) Do our associates have the skill (and the will) to do what is expected of them safely, consistently and effectively?

9. Machine

10. Machine (Equipment) A re our machines capable of safe and reliable output at the desired quality and rate? Do breakdowns, defects or unplanned stoppages inhibit their ability to meet that goal?

11. Method

12. Method (Process, Schedule, Procedure) Do we have standard work methods in place which ensure and support consistent, safe production?

13. Materials

14. Material (Information, Raw Materials, Consumables, Quality) Do they meet the required specifications – are there no defects and shortages? Is excess handling or movement reduced or eliminated? Are they stored appropriately ?

15. But is 4Ms only for process improvement?

16. 4Ms is a powerful method for process improvement, but it’s also the most important method you should apply during the process design and/or product design phase, and in daily operation management . Many improvement projects or investment project on new process and/or new products lack 4Ms review and design. The obvious effect of this missing is the final solution not to work or fit-to-spec or purpose, and additional budget required to fix for the lack-of-4Ms review and design. A lot of over-processing and over-budget is due to lack of 4Ms review and design.

17. Absolutely, the 4Ms technique is able to apply in any phase of a process from the concept to design phase, from prototype to mass production, from daily control to continuous improvement, innovation, etc. By understanding and using it effectively, you can add much valuable in your continuous improvement activities.

18. Application

19. Draw the 4 Ms in making the homemade peanut butter, give the significance on each M in making the homemade peanut butter.

20. Activity 2: Pantomime (Rubrics)

21. Generalization

22. In a ¼ sheet of paper , i dentify whether the pictures suggest: manpower, material, method and machine.

23. Answer Key: 1.Manpower 2.Machines 3.Methods 4.Materials 5.Manpower