💡 Why This Tool Matters
Every minute of changeover is a minute your equipment isn't producing. SMED's breakthrough insight: most changeover steps are done while the machine is stopped (internal) that could be done while it's still running (external). Simply reclassifying and reorganizing — without spending a dollar — typically cuts changeover time by 30-50%. The remaining internal time is then attacked with parallel operations and quick-release fixtures.
⚡ Facilitator Pro Tip
Video the changeover. Operators don't realize how much time is spent walking, searching, and waiting. When they see themselves on video spending 8 minutes finding a wrench, they become your strongest allies for change. Video also captures steps that verbal observation misses.
1 Changeover Details
2 Changeover Steps
Document every step. Classify each as Internal (machine must be stopped), External (can be done while running), or Eliminate.
🔴 Internal — Machine stopped 🟢 External — While running ❌ Eliminate
Internal Time
0 min
External Time
0 min
Eliminated
0 min
Potential Savings
0 min
3 Notes & Quick Wins
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