1. Limited Resources Concept
Modify employee/resource schedules, set a standard schedule and modify procedures for each process step to better utilize resources.
Utilize existing resources that are available on other production lines.
PROS
Low capital investment
Higher utilization of existing resources
Fast Implementation
CONS
Constraints for resource and employee scheduling

2. New Mixer Concept PROS CONS
Buy new mixer, modify current dough troughs, and redesign production layout for more room in pre-scaling area.
Add workers to line, revise schedule, and implement work instructions.
PROS
Increased productivity of production line
Sustainable solution
CONS
Large capital investment
Layout redesign required
Lengthy Implementation

3. New Trough Concept PROS CONS
Buy new troughs and increase storage area for troughs. Start Pre-Scaling and Mixing earlier in the day.
Produce dough in larger batch sizes.
PROS
Improved ergonomics of manual tasks
Increased utilization of bottleneck resources
CONS
Medium capital investment.
Constraints for resource scheduling

4. Quick Fix Concept PROS CONS
Modify troughs and ingredient storage location. Start Pre-Scaling and Mixing earlier.
Implement visual aids and work instructions to streamline processes.
PROS
Fast implementation
Improved ergonomics of manual task
CONS
Trough modification requires investment
Constraints for resource scheduling

5. Sustainable Concept PROS CONS
Add additional workers and cross-train existing workers to better utilize bottleneck resources. Revise schedule for resources.
Modify process procedures and implement ergonomic solutions to Pre-Scaling and Mixing processes.
PROS
Ergonomic solutions
Better utilization of bottleneck resources
CONS
Moderate capital investment
Constraints for resource and employee scheduling

6. Shared Stations Across Lines Concept
Mixing same types of commercial and frozen cookie dough at the same time. Revise schedule for employees.
Start Pre-Scaling and Mixing processes earlier in the day.
PROS
Low capital investment
Fast implementation
CONS
Constraints for resource and employee scheduling
Low user friendliness