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Valve
Resource
A
B
Input
Throughput
Strategic
Time
Buffer
Strategic
Buffer
Max
Min
ØDefine key Control Points as
valves to regulate and balance the system’s
flow
ØDetermine Strategic Buffers in a
few critical areas which will dampen the cumulative
effect of the waves and Murphy’s Law
ØDevelop Protective Capacity –
exploit inherent capabilities to overcome day-to-day
disruptions, reduce waves accumulation and maintain a
smooth and fast flow