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This paper demonstrates how IFS Business Modeler and IFS Applications support the principles of developing a lean enterprise,
normally associated with repetitive manufacturing, for engineer-to-order (ETO) organizations. It demonstrates how process
improvements apply equally to office-based functions as t (...)
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Lean Enterprise in Complex ETO. Source: IFS. ... service activities. Download
<strong>Lean Enterprise in Complex ETO</strong>. Comments: ...
Published:
2011-01-28
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Across the industrial machinery and components industry, successful lean initiatives are increasing as manufacturers recognize
the key enabler of continuous improvement and eliminating waste—technology. This white paper presents six brief case studies
of manufacturing companies that have built an under (...)
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Technology and the Lean Enterprise: Building an Infrastructure That Drives the Highest Value
to the Customer. Source: itelligence ...
Published:
2011-03-25
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Many companies have used lean principles to move from a decentralized corporate management mode to a hybrid model—recognizing
that different functions require different levels of centralized management to be efficient and effective. An effective lean
transformation eliminates more than the most obv (...)
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Published:
2010-03-11
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Tackling the transformation to lean production is high-priority in the aerospace industry. After all, lean manufacturing
eliminates waste from essential manufacturing processes and helps you measure up to your competitors. But how can you attain
true lean transformation—and what specific steps does you (...)
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Best Practices in Aerospace Lean Manufacturing: The Migration to a Lean Enterprise.
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Published:
2010-03-11
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Lean Maintenance: Best Practices to Turn Asset Management into a Profit Center. Get Free White Papers Related To Lean Maintenance.
It’s common knowledge that asset downtime disrupts production and drives up both process and per-unit operating costs. However,
executives often lose sight of this because t (...)
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Lean Maintenance: Best Practices to Turn Asset Management into a Profit Center. Get Free White Papers Related To Lean Maintenance.
It’s common know...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Begin at the End: a Good Lean Strategy Starts with Defining Your Ultimate Goal. Read Current White Paper for a Good Lean Strategy
Starts with Defining Your Ultimate Goal. You know the statistics—lean can shorten your lead times, reduce inventories, cut
operating costs, free up resources, and more. But c (...)
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lean enterprise model:
Begin at the End: a Good Lean Strategy Starts with Defining Your Ultimate Goal. Read Current White Paper for a Good Lean Strategy
Starts with Defin...
Published:
2010-03-11
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When part of an enterprise software environment, business modeler software can reduce training costs, prevent errors, and
minimize non-value added work. And if properly integrated, it can be both a tool for senior management and for hands-on system
users. (...)
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lean enterprise model:
When part of an enterprise software environment, business modeler software can reduce training costs, prevent errors, and
minimize non-value added...
Published:
2009-01-07
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Abstract:
SSI's approach appeals to process manufacturers, as well as some discrete manufacturers with short lead times and high volumes,
where the traditional manufacturing resource planning (MRP) approach often shows many shortcomings (and can even be a recipe
for disaster). (...)
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SSI's approach appeals to process manufacturers, as well as some discrete manufacturers with short lead times and high
volumes, where the traditio...
Published:
2006-07-26
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About two-thirds of SoftBrands' revenue comes from its manufacturing division, which includes evolution, a platform neutral,
extended enterprise resource planning product, and DemandStream for lean automation. (...)
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About two-thirds of SoftBrands' revenue comes from its manufacturing division, which includes evolution, a platform neutral,
extended enterprise r...
Published:
2006-03-01
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Abstract:
Most lean manufacturing deployments target production operations, but can also be extended to other supply chain processes.
To realize the multiplicative benefits of real time information and reduced inventory, companies must assess their production
environment and supply chain activities. (...)
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Most lean manufacturing deployments target production operations, but can also be extended to other supply chain processes.
To realize the multipl...
Published:
2005-09-13
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All good lean systems have both physical systems in the plant and near real time information technology backbones that centralize
data. The primary advantage of enterprise systems is that they can handle considerably more information than can be accommodated
manually. (...)
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lean enterprise model:
All good lean systems have both physical systems in the plant and near real time information technology backbones that centralize
data. The primar...
Published:
2006-02-16
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Abstract:
Extended Enterprise Vision.Find Free IT Reports, Case Studies, and Other Resources Linked to the Extended Enterprise. Small
and medium enterprises (SMEs) are facing new challenges and opportunities. By linking people, processes, and workflows from
inside and outside your company, business management softw (...)
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lean enterprise model:
Extended Enterprise Vision.Find Free IT Reports, Case Studies, and Other Resources Linked to the Extended Enterprise. Small
and medium enterprises ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Promoting band image, improving overall business performance, and keeping customers happy is a main concern of many businesses.
This paper demonstrates how the Extended Enterprise platform can help specific verticals to promote and sell their products
to external audiences. Know the value of the Extended (...)
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Published:
2011-03-01
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... and the planning and scheduling model doesn’t ... in-class report appraised
how enterprise systems can ... 20 percent of best implementers of lean
manufacturing use ...
Published:
2010-12-29
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Abstract:
Using Inventory Optimization to Reduce Inventory Levels in a Lean Environment. Solutions and Other Documents to Characterize
Your Acquisition, In Relation To Using Inventory Optimization to Reduce Inventory Levels in a Lean Environment. Small and
medium businesses (SMB) need to address inventory challenge (...)
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lean enterprise model:
Using Inventory Optimization to Reduce Inventory Levels in a Lean Environment. Solutions and Other Documents to Characterize
Your Acquisition, In R...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Organizations are looking for self-service models to manage their internal and external content. Content management systems
are the answer, but then the question becomes which to choose—an all-in-one enterprise content management suite, or an integrated,
best-of-breed point solution? (...)
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lean enterprise model:
Organizations are looking for self-service models to manage their internal and external content. Content management systems
are the answer, but th...
Published:
2007-12-12
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Lean IT Governance: The Most Realistic and Attainable Approach to IT Governance.Reports and Other Software to Use In Your
Complex System of Lean IT Governance. The most realistic and attainable approach to IT governance is a "lean" approach via
project portfolio management (PPM). The lean approach require (...)
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lean enterprise model:
Lean IT Governance: The Most Realistic and Attainable Approach to IT Governance. Reports and Other Software to Use In Your
Complex System of Lean IT...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Intentia, Fujitsu Glovia, QAD, and SSA Global's solutions supporting lean manufacturing are examined. Which areas the extended
enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors excel in depends on their original ERP system's suitability for repetitive versus
to-order environments. (...)
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lean enterprise model:
Intentia, Fujitsu Glovia, QAD, and SSA Global's solutions supporting lean manufacturing are examined. Which areas the
extended enterprise resource...
Published:
2006-02-20
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Abstract:
The theory of constraints (TOC) is similar to, yet different from, the lean philosophy. TOC focuses on optimizing production
through critical bottlenecks in order to meet market demand. (...)
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lean enterprise model:
The theory of constraints (TOC) is similar to, yet different from, the lean philosophy. TOC focuses on optimizing production
through critical bott...
Published:
2006-02-22
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Abstract:
Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for a Next R(E)volution of Lean. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant
and Time-Bound. By seeing a business as a "value system" for customers, companies can shift lean strategic priorities towards
growth-oriented targets instead of cost-cutting. Instead o (...)
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lean enterprise model:
Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for a Next R(E)volution of Lean. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant
and Time-Bound. By seeing...
Published:
2010-03-11