Planning Assistant for Packaging & Shipping Supply Furniture

Step One: Evaluate Flow

Defined as the movement of materials/products in and out of the work area.

• Define what products and materials are transported in and out
• How are materials moved in and out of an area?
• What equipment is required to move materials?

Step Two: Identifying the Process

Detailing the step-by-step sequence of the tasks required to complete the specific work being done within the area.

• Identify each step required to complete the task being done in the area
• Document the movement and handling of the product and supplies

Step Three: Integrating the supplies and equipment required to complete a task into the work area

Detailing the step-by-step sequence of task required to complete the specific work being done in the area.

• List the supplies required to complete the task
• How and where are your packaging materials being stored?
• What types of packaging materials do you use?
• Boxes
• Paper
• Bubble
• Foam
• Envelopes
• Tissue Paper
• Ribbon
• Labels, etc.
• Identify the equipment required to complete the task
• Is there a computer at the workstation? Is it a flat screen?
• Is there a scale (size)?
• Is there a tape machine or tape gun?
• Will you be using a printer(s) (sizes)?
• Do you need a clear work space for packaging, etc.?
• Do you need storage for paper, pens' binders, etc.?
• If so, where would you like these located; above or below the table?

Step Four: Integrate the work area design with the process to maximize the efficiency of the operation

• Maximize ergonomics
• Reduce Handling
• Maximize floor space
• Reduce environmental impact
• Reduce cost
• Save time
• Improve effiency
• Improve productivity

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