Automotive Systems and Control

Running head: AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS AND CONTROL 1
Automotive Systems and Control
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AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS AND CONTROL 2
Task 1: Logistics and Supply
Introduction
Detroit Bike Company is considered one of the best bicycle manufacturing companies. It
averagely assembles 1935 bicycles per day making it one of the leading assemblers. They are
additionally driven by the motto “Streets are best explored on two wheels”. This motto has
encouraged more o customers to purchase these bicycles (KEEN, 2014). The company was
started in West Detroit by a group of six very talented workers.
Supply Chain Management
Detroit Bike Company mainly focuses on technology and quality, unlike other brands
whose focus is on marketing. The supply chain is closely knit and rich in precision machinery
development expertise (Islam et al., 2013). In fact, West Detroit, the supply is designed in such a
way that the distance between the suppliers and the OEM companies is made short. This, in turn,
helps in shortening the lead times in information flow and the access to materials (Christopher,
2016). They also have a dual strategy of OEM business and brand positioning that makes them a
big force in the industry.
The implication of our Company
Since our company is still a small and upcoming company, Detroit Bike Company could
be a very good choice if we are looking to improve our products. It could be important for the
company to know the logistics and supply chain management of Detroit. This would help the
company in growing and getting closer to other suppliers and consumers, therefore, increasing
the flow of products in the market.

AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS AND CONTROL 3
Task 2: Toyota Production System
Introduction
The Toyota Production System was developed during the 20th century and has
continuously been focusing on improvements to increase the efficiency and production speed of
products. This system has been adopted by several businesses with the aim of improving their
performances and becoming more efficient. The system is based on two concepts that include
Jidoka and just-in-time. It organizes logistics and manufacturing for automobile industries
including how to interact with customers and suppliers.
TPS
This system has several goals that include the elimination of wastes and inconsistencies.
Some of the ways that TPS ensure that they eliminate wastes include; eliminating the waste of
transportation, waste of time on hand, waste of underutilized workers, waste of movement, and
the waste of overproduction which takes the largest proportion. TPS also has some underlying
principles that guide its operation. These principles include respect for people, continuous
improvements, long-term philosophy, consistency in solving root problems, and following the
right processes to produce the right results.
The implication of our Company
Our company being a young company at the moment would draw a lot of ideas from TPS
to aid in its improvement. Some of the principles that guide TPS can form a basis for the growth
and development of any company. Just like TPS, our focus should be on the long-term even if it
means sacrificing our short-term financial goals.