OCTOBER 19-20, 2012 - YMCA University of Science & Technology

Proceedings of the National Conference on
Trends and Advances in Mechanical Engineering,
YMCA University of Science & Technology, Faridabad, Haryana, Oct 19-20, 2012
3.3. Gap analysis
Following work has been carried out to identify GAP:
1. Comparison of existing status with the requirements of lean manufacturing.
2. Using expert opinion and clarify the gap as HIGH , MEDIUM, or LOW
Where
HIGH – very large gap, need immediate action.
MEDIUM – Large gaps, urgent action required.
LOW- insufficient gap does not require immediate action.
Table II shows the gap between the existing status and requirements of lean manufacturing as per above
classification.
4. Development of generalized approach
For developing a generalized approach, the cost associated with a provision has been taken as the most important
input. In the development of approach experts play important role. Experts are employees of the organizations, in
all , a total of ten experts consisting of two managers, three supervisors, three operators, one inspector and one
mechanic were selected. The experts were briefed about the findings of the root cause of wastes for the purpose
of getting their feedback.
A. Factors and Parameters influencing Development of a Generalized Approach
The experts after discussion and brain storming conversed on the following factors influencing development of a
generalized approach.These qualities scores were then converted into quantative score using the scoring scale
and the number of responses to a choice. The scoring scale is shown in table III
Table IV depicts the summary of responses received from experts. In this table number of experts responding to
a particular choice in a factor or parameter has been compiled from the individual responses of the experts.
Number of responses to a particular choice has been, then, multiplied by the score of that choice in every factor
as listed in table III. Those weighted scores have been summed up against each generalized control or provision
and have benn listed in the last column of table IV. The highest score of a provision in the column, depicts that
considering all the above eight factors and parameters, this generalized provision should be taken up for
implementation.
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