Applying the Theory of Constraints (TOC) to the Component Section of Naval Aviation Depot (NADEP), North Island

Abstract

Eliyahu M. Goldratt first introduced the Theory Of Constraints (TOC) as a means of managing and synchronizing repetitive manufacturing operations. This thesis explores the extent to which TOC management principles can be applied to a repair job shop within the Naval Aviation Depot (NADEP) at North Island, San Diego, California. This thesis begins with a description of TOC and an overview of how the NADEP is organized. It continues with a description of how Shop 93302 (hydraulic component repair) operates in the depot. Against this backdrop, we discuss the extent to which TOC can be used to evaluate current repair policies and procedures within this shop. We offer some ideas and suggestions for changing and improving existing operations and the probable effect these changes will have on production, inventory, and repair turn-around- time (TAT). We conclude that TOC is an effective means of implementing and focusing continual improvements in Shop 93302 and ultimately in the depot as a whole.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1992
Accession Number
ADA260895

Entities

People

  • David J. Mcnamara
  • Mark A. D'amato

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

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  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems

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  • Business Administration
  • Commerce
  • Control Systems
  • Databases
  • Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Inventory
  • Inventory Control
  • Maintenance
  • Management Personnel
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Operations Management
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Production
  • Production Control

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