In a time where digitalization is becoming more and more necessary to work with, tools such as simulation is becoming more of a standard to be able to make decisions made on facts. Within previous research there is a gap in the research, as the factors enabling operators to use simulation is an unexplored topic. Therefore, to fill this gap and provide the industry with help, this study fulfills the purpose: Create a framework for enabling operators to use simulation for continuous improvements. By looking at the different areas in the production and identifying challenges within the production, information handling between the departments and the structure of the company, the purpose of this study is fulfilled. The purpose was achieved through the usage of two research questions. What are the challenges in practice for enabling operators to use simulation for continuous improvements? How can these challenges be overcome, to enable operators to use simulation for continuous improvements? To answer the research questions, a case study was performed alongside a literature review. The case study consisted of interviews performed at a case company within the automotive industry. The gathered empirical and theoretical data was then analyzed trough a thematic analysis. The conclusion of this study was that, for enabling operators to use simulation for continuous improvements, companies must first have the right organizational structure, were a foundation for continuous improvement is present. The reason for this being that if a company desires to work with simulation tools, they must first work in an environment where suggestions and improvements are supported.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:UPSALLA1/oai:DiVA.org:hj-58308 |
| Date | January 2022 |
| Creators | Alcayaga, Christian Junior, Hoffsten, Jakob |
| Publisher | Jönköping University, JTH, Produktionsutveckling |
| Source Sets | DiVA Archive at Upsalla University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Student thesis, info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis, text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Rights | info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess |
| Relation | JTH Research Reports, 1404-0018 |
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