Component number and definition project
What was the problem ?
The part numbering system was ineffective and inefficient, leading to significant challenges in component identification, procurement, and inventory management. The primary issues included
Complex Methodology
The part numbering system was overly convoluted, making it difficult to understand and apply consistently. This complexity hindered accurate part identification and increased the likelihood of errors
Multiple Codes for the Same Component
The use of multiple codes for the same component created confusion and inconsistencies in the system. This duplication made it challenging to track and manage inventory accurately
Non-Standard Descriptions
The part descriptions were inconsistent and lacked standardization, making it difficult to identify and locate specific components. This inconsistency led to errors in procurement and inventory management
Duplicate Descriptions for Different Products
The presence of identical descriptions for different products introduced ambiguity and increased the risk of errors in component selection and procurement.
Project Steps
The following steps were taken to address identified issues and improve the efficiency of the part numbering system.
Part Description Standardization
Extensive review of existing part descriptions was conducted to identify inconsistencies and ambiguities.
Departments Training
Comprehensive training sessions were held to familiarize all relevant departments with the new part numbering system and standard procedures.
Part Number Change
A detailed plan for the transition to the new part numbering system was created, including timelines, responsibilities, and potential challenges.
Salesforce Update
Salesforce database was updated to adapt to the new part numbering system and seamless integration with other systems and processes was ensured.
Project Team
Here is the experienced professional team that made the project successful.
Cenk Yılgör
Project Lead
İbrahim Yorgunoğlu
Coaching
Servet Yüksel
Consulting
Seyit Rodop
Purchasing Department Lead
Zuhal Ak
Design Team Lead
Murat Topaç
Mechanic Team Lead
Barış Doğanay
Program Management
Ömer Atalay
IT Department
We spent full to complete the project
23 Weeks
Achievements
Here are some significant benefits of this project that we achieved.
Intelligibility
Component numbers are not complicated and the components are understood directly from the description without causing any confusion.
Sped up the process
A fast process was created thanks to the part description system that was created systematically without the need for thinking.
Less Meetings
Frequent meetings were prevented because there was frequent confusion about component names.
Reducing Waste
By preventing faulty sample shipments according to misunderstood by component names, we have reduced the amount of waste generated during production and prevented the scrapping of faulty samples.