Waste Elimination on a Printing Process

Abstract

This project was focused on eliminating the MUDA or waste found (non-value added) in the Offset machines printing process. The DMAIC methodology was used. DMAIC is an acronym for a series of steps used to measure defects in business processes and improve profitability. The term DMAIC stands for the five main steps in the process; Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control. DMAIC methodology brings a structure and the tools to improve a process by optimizing it. Keywords – DMAIC, Lean, MUDA, Offset, Quick Wins.