Toyotaframleiðsla
Toyotaframleiðsla is a term that can refer to the manufacturing processes and production methods employed by Toyota Motor Corporation. Toyota is renowned for its innovative production system, often referred to as the Toyota Production System (TPS). This system is a management philosophy and a set of practices that aim to eliminate waste in all forms, such as overproduction, waiting, transportation, excess inventory, motion, over-processing, and defects. Key principles of TPS include just-in-time (JIT) production, where parts arrive at the assembly line exactly when they are needed, and jidoka, which translates to "automation with a human touch," allowing for the detection of defects and immediate stopping of the production line.
The Toyota Production System emphasizes continuous improvement, known as kaizen, where all employees are encouraged to