About this Presentation
This presentation examines the various theory of constraints applications for commonality in flow concepts. The various steps of the production, projects and distribution strategy and tactics (S&T) trees are examined to determine commonality and to develop generalized flow management points. These generic flow principles include saturation (at some point flow stops or reverses), buffer management and a process of ongoing improvement. These concepts are applied to traffic management to provide focusing and quick results.
What Will You Learn
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The speaker discusses the application of the Theory of Constraints (TOC) to manage flows, using traffic congestion as an example.
Three operational principles are identified for managing flows: controlling saturation of elements in a flow, globally gauging and protecting the flow with buffer management, and using buffer management statistics to guide improvement initiatives.
The speaker suggests that these principles can be applied to various areas of knowledge, even those not traditionally associated with TOC.
Instructor(s)
Humberto R. Baptista
Humberto R. Baptista is a strategic thinker, innovator, and Synergist, serving as CEO of Vectis Solutions. A recipient of the TOCICO Lifetime Achievement Award (2019), he has spent decades shaping how organizations think, decide, and perform. Humberto was a strategic advisor to Neogrid, a member of the TOCICO Board of Directors, and a senior figure in the Goldratt Group. He has led major Viable Vision transformations across sectors—from consumer goods and retail to manufacturing, services, and large-scale projects—delivering tangible, systemic breakthroughs. As a global educator, he has trained hundreds of TOC Viable Vision Application Experts and Project Leaders. Humberto is the creator of the Comprehensive Management methodology, designed to connect local actions with global consequences in real-world business systems. His current focus includes Comprehensive Management, TOC Principles, S&T-based implementations, advanced TOC Finance, and applying TOC to complex domains like retail, government, health, and education.