Implementation of POLCA Integrated QRM Framework for Optimized Production Performance—A Case Study

Quick response manufacturing (QRM) is a relatively new concept that enfolds all the preceding approaches, namely, just in time (JIT), flexible manufacturing, agile and lean production. QRM compatible with existing materials requirement planning (MRP) systems can be implemented efficiently. The ideas from have been highly influential custom-made engineer-to-order make-to-order (ETO/MTO) high-mix low-volume production environments. This study investigates effectiveness of POLCA (paired cell overlapping loops cards) integrated framework for reducing lead time. approach was precise product industry. industry facing high penalties due to improper uncontrolled times. implementation indicated optimized scheduling significant improvement work process (WIP). After implementing strategy, performance parameters showed terms percentage loss profit.