Developed by Toyota with the vision to make vehicle orders in the quickest and most efficient way , Manufacturing Global walks through the evolution of the justin-time manufacturing method

1930 ’ s-1945

Japan ’ s adoption of just-in-time At the end of World War II Japan ’ s primary objective was to rebuild its industry with western methodology in mind .

Gerhard Plenert , identified four challenges that occurred at this time :

1 . Lack of cash flow 2 . Lack of land space 3 . Lack of natural resources 4 . An excess of labour

1973

JIT spreads in Japan In 1973 , Japan faced an ‘ oil shock ’; an economic and political crisis which emerged from export restrictions during the Middle East war .

This crisis coupled with Toyota sharing its ‘ Toyota Production System ’ - including the JIT method - brought about a rise in organisations taking notice of the automotive manufacturer ’ s resilience .

1977-1980s

JIT enters the United States Starting in 1977 though to 1980 , articles in English began to emerge from Japan detailing the JIT method , which the US quickly began to adopt , as well as other western countries .

Taking 30 years to develop , Toyota pioneered the justin-time ( JIT ) method . The introduction of this method helped the automotive manufacturer to optimise their processes in response to these challenges to make their operations lean .

14 December 2021