What is TSSC?

The Toyota Production System Support Center (TSSC) is a not-for-profit corporation affiliated with Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TEMA).

TSSC provides an array of services to project companies with the overarching theme of retaining a company’s workforce by improving processes to better compete in a global market.

More than 160 companies – including some of North America’s most successful enterprises – have used TSSC’s leadership and training over the years. Our 14-person team is comprised of team members from Toyota manufacturing affiliates in North America and from TEMA headquarters in Erlanger, KY.

We are a resource for any company interested in adopting TPS as a way to strengthen the quality and efficiency of their production system.

We are committed to:

1. Continuing to work with those who desire to learn the philosophy of TPS

2. Developing and advancing the understanding of TPS

What is the Toyota Production System (TPS)?

The Toyota Production System (TPS) is the manufacturing philosophy and the core of Toyota's competency.  

It is based on four principles:

• Customer First
• People are the most valuable resource
• Kaizen (continuous improvement)
• Shop Floor Focus

To Register for Workshops or Plant Tours:

M1 (Top Management Workshop) Registration

W1 (TPS Overview) Registration

W2 (STW, Problem Solving, M & I Flow) Registration

Plant Tour Registration