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A Case Study of Standardization of a Project Management Tool in an Automotive Company

Authors : Rafael Correia, Samuel Machado, Senhorinha Teixeira, Ana Ribeiro

Published in: Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing: Establishing Bridges for More Sustainable Manufacturing Systems

Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland

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The chapter delves into a comprehensive case study of the standardization of a project management tool in an automotive company. It begins by outlining the competitive landscape and the importance of project management in the logistics chain. The Toyota Production System and lean production principles serve as the foundation for the company's philosophy, aiming to eliminate waste and enhance value. The study focuses on the logistics department, where inconsistencies in project management were identified. Through action-research methodology, the authors developed and implemented a checklist and a comprehensive manual to standardize tool usage. The results showed significant improvements in project management efficiency and alignment with the company's philosophy, although further evolution of the tool is needed to overcome remaining barriers. This chapter offers valuable insights into the practical application of lean principles and the challenges of standardizing project management tools in a complex environment.

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Title: A Case Study of Standardization of a Project Management Tool in an Automotive Company
Authors: Rafael Correia
Samuel Machado
Senhorinha Teixeira
Ana Ribeiro
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland
Book: Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing: Establishing Bridges for More Sustainable Manufacturing Systems
Print ISBN: 978-3-031-38164-5

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-38165-2

Copyright Year: 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-38165-2_137