Overview of the POLCA Production Control System
Last Updated 12/2020
English
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Description
POLCA is a simple, visual production control system for companies making high-mix, low-volume, and custom products. This card-based system manages the flow of jobs through the shop floor: at each operation, it controls which job should be worked on next to meet delivery targets. POLCA ensures that upstream operations use their capacity effectively by working on jobs that are needed downstream, while preventing excessive work-in-process (WIP) build-ups when bottlenecks appear unexpectedly.
This course explains the key features of POLCA and uses animated examples to demonstrate how POLCA works. It also summarizes the benefits companies get from using POLCA.
This course is intended for managers and employees at all levels, and requires no prior knowledge of POLCA. It will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. It is possible to exit the course at any time and return to resume where you left off.
System Requirements
Windows: latest versions of Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Firefox, and Internet ExplorerMac: latest versions of Google Chrome, Safari, and FirefoxMobile: Safari in Apple iOS 10 or later, Google Chrome in Apple iOS 10 or later, and Google Chrome in Android OS 4.4 or later
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Table of Contents
I. Introduction
II. What is POLCA?
III. Operational Benefits of POLCA
IV. Additional Resources
Overview of the POLCA Production Control System
Overview of the POLCA Production Control System
POLCA is a simple, visual production control system for companies making high-mix, low-volume, and custom products. This card-based system manages the flow of jobs through the shop floor: at each operation, it controls which job should be worked on next to meet delivery targets. POLCA ensures that upstream operations use their capacity effectively by working on jobs that are needed downstream, while preventing excessive work-in-process (WIP) build-ups when bottlenecks appear unexpectedly.
This course explains the key features of POLCA and uses animated examples to demonstrate how POLCA works. It also summarizes the benefits companies get from using POLCA.
This course is intended for managers and employees at all levels, and requires no prior knowledge of POLCA. It will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. It is possible to exit the course at any time and return to resume where you left off.
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is designed for employees who need to complete Overview of the POLCA Production Control System training
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The course takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.
No. This course does not include a certificate of completion.
Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.
Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).
Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.
Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.
Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.
Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.
Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.
No. This course is not included with the Prime Subscription and must be purchased separately.
Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.
