The purpose of takt time is to establish the maximum amount of time available to produce a product or complete a task in order to meet customer demand. It is often used in Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma methodologies to synchronize production processes and ensure that production is aligned with customer demand. Takt time helps in determining the production rate required in order to prevent overproduction or underproduction, optimize productivity, and meet customer delivery expectations. It aims to achieve a smooth flow of work by dividing available time by customer demand, facilitating better planning, resource allocation, and continuous improvement.
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