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Production - Drum-Buffer-Rope (DBR)

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Production - Drum-Buffer- Rope (DBR)

Drum-Buffer-Rope (DBR) is unique among the many production scheduling systems developed over the past three decades. DBR improves on other pull-production systems such as Kanban by taking into account variability and uncertainty (problems, disruptions) in addition to planned, dependent events, thereby achieving even better on-schedule performance.

DBR Features

DBR exploits the systems’ constraints and employs the careful and calculated use of time buffers. Buffers allow the operation to run at near minimum theoretical flow, while simultaneously protecting delivery schedule by maintaining just a little “fat” in the right places.

Implementation

DBR can often be implemented using existing legacy business systems, requiring no special software of its own.

S-DBR

While the greatest benefits are achieved through the holistic application of Vector Strategies’ solutions, stand-alone options are also available to address specific needs. Solutions such as 5S, 6S, Lean Tools, and Six Sigma can independently provide significant improvements in operational efficiency and quality management. These stand-alone tools are designed to tackle particular challenges within an organization, offering immediate benefits. By integrating these tools within a broader holistic framework, businesses can realize even greater efficiencies and performance enhancements, ultimately leading to substantial and sustainable improvements across the board.

S-DBR Benefits

S-DBR is simpler and more powerful than DBR because it allows organizations to manage a single buffer that spans several shops easily. Organizations no longer have to meet multiple schedules at multiple locations.

Combining S-DBR with Critical Chain Project Management

However, perhaps the greatest benefit from the simplicity in S-DBR is that organizations can now combine S-DBR easily with Critical Chain Project Management to synchronize very large organizations toward the attainment of a single goal.

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