This paper proposes a methodology of implementation of cellular manufacturi
ng. This methodology integrates into a logical routine the series of method
s and activities that characterize the implementation of cellular manufactu
ring in typical operations systems. The methodology has been designed and r
efined along an action research project in a toy manufacturer in South Braz
il. The results suggest that its application may successfully co-ordinate t
he implementation of manufacturing cells in a team-based approach, and subs
equently improve people's knowledge about the process of continuous improve
ments in operations.