JIT/TQC-identifying and solving problems

Just-in-time/total quality control (JIT/TQC) is a proven, practical process that attacks waste. Any activity which does not add value to the product is considered wasteful. Reducing waste increases customer service, reduces costs, and improves quality. When a company has installed an aggressive, ongoing ability to improve its operations, it has created a competitive weapon. It is pointed out that JIT needs TQC. The major thrust of JIT is to identify problems; it highlights the barriers and constraints that are causing waste. TQC corrects them. Without an effective means of overcoming the barriers and constraints, JIT would simply pile up missed opportunities. TQC needs JIT. JIT derives the problems for TQC to attack. The principle and techniques of JIT/TQC are presented, and the change process is described.<>