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The Sayings of Shigeo Shingo: Key Strategies for Plant Improvement (Japanese Management),Used
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Here is a great introduction to the remarkable mind of Shigeo Shingo, indisputably one of the great forces in manufacturing. In this book Dr. Shingo describes his approach to manufacturing improvements, developed and refined over the course of a brilliant career. He called it the Scientific Thinking Mechanism (STM).The Sayings of Shigeo Shingo leads you through the five stages of STM, with appropriate examples taken from notes Dr. Shingo collected during his consulting trips to American and Japanese plants. It shows how, in many cases, the most brilliant ideas are often so simple they're overlooked. Or they're dismissed because they seem ridiculous: A Japanese plant, after first rejecting the idea as 'too silly,' finds that unhulled rice is ideal for smoothing the rough surfaces on pressureformed ebonite switches GranvillePhillips, in Boulder, Colorado, reduced defects to zero in one process after Dr. Shingo suggested illuminating circuit boards from below to reduce errors involved in the insertion of diodes and resistorsThe Sayings of Shigeo Shingo is must reading for plant managers and engineers. It formalizes the powerful and creative way of thinking that Shingo himself used time and again to overcome problems that seemed virtually insurmountable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Sayings of Shigeo Shingo'? A: The book focuses on Shigeo Shingo's approach to manufacturing improvements, known as the Scientific Thinking Mechanism (STM), which aims to enhance plant operations and efficiency.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Sayings of Shigeo Shingo' is Shigeo Shingo, a renowned figure in the field of manufacturing and a key proponent of quality improvement methodologies.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include insights into Shingo's manufacturing philosophies, examples from real consulting experiences, and a structured approach to problem-solving in manufacturing.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: This book was published on July 1, 1987.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Sayings of Shigeo Shingo' have? A: 'The Sayings of Shigeo Shingo' contains a total of 208 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in manufacturing? A: Yes, the book serves as a great introduction to manufacturing principles and can benefit both beginners and experienced professionals.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability for frequent use.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: Does the book include practical examples? A: Yes, it includes practical examples from Dr. Shingo's consulting experiences in both American and Japanese plants.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Sayings of Shigeo Shingo' falls under the category of Environmental Economics.