2 Bin System in Jurong Medical Centre
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2019
Reduce dependency on manual labor and time spent on stock replenishment. The 2-bin system is an effective and sustainable solution for stock replenishment, improving productivity and inventory control.
Year Submitted: 2019
Published Date: 31 December 2019
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Operational Management, Inventory Management, Quality Improvement, Job Effectiveness, Productivity, Time Saving, Cost Saving
About this Content
Aims
Reduce dependency on manual labor and time spent on stock replenishment. Eliminate stock-outs and overstocking situations.
Background
Stock replenishment took 11 hours per week, leading to frequent stock-outs (3-4 per month) and overstocking issues.
Methods
Implemented 2-bin system with 6S methodology, including PAR level indicators, RFID cards, and item labeling.
Results
Zero stock-out situations since implementation. Time spent on replenishment reduced by 45% (from 11 to 6 hours). 30% fewer replenishment requests monthly.
Conclusion
The 2-bin system is an effective and sustainable solution for stock replenishment, improving productivity and inventory control.
Lessons Learnt
Implementing the 2-bin system eliminates manual stock counting and improves efficiency. Annual PAR level reviews are required to maintain inventory health.
Additional Information
Presented at CHI Learning Forum.
Keywords
2-Bin System, Stock Management, PAR Level, Inventory Efficiency, 6S
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Jurong Medical Centre |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Terry Teo |
Project Member(s) | Lim Meng Keong |
Connect with this contributor!
Terry Teo - terry.teo.m.w@alpshealthcare.com.sg
Project Attachment
72_NTFGH_QM_2019_2_Bin_System_in_Jurong_Medical_Centre_combine.pdf