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Abstract:
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. Source: Cincom Systems. Document Type: White Paper ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Lean manufacturing practices are employed to some degree on almost every manufacturing floor, but many companies aren't realizing
the real benefits of lean by bringing lean to their front-office operations. Here are a few tips on lean office operations. (...)
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Lean manufacturing practices are employed to some degree on almost every manufacturing floor, but many companies aren't
realizing the real benefit...
Published:
2009-01-07
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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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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
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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Abstract:
Many organizations are undertaking some form of lean initiative, but if one were to ask one hundred different people, one
would probably different explanations from each person. With a variety of methods, techniques, and terms bandied about, many
are forced to use the same definition that the late Justic (...)
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... Source: mcaConnect LLC. Document Type: White Paper Description: Many organizations are undertaking some
form of lean initiative, but if one were to ask one ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
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 initiative and lean manufacturing:
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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Abstract:
Lean Simplified: Part Two.Templates and Other Package to Use In Your Complex System of Lean Simplified. Part one of the “Lean
Simplified” series looked at manufacturing wastes, lean principles, and the benefits of lean manufacturing. Here, in Part
two, you’ll be taken through the action stage of lea (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
Lean Simplified: Part Two.Templates and Other Package to Use In Your Complex System of Lean Simplified. Part one of the “Lean
Simplified” series lo...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Transitioning to Lean with Oracle Flow Manufacturing. Get Case Studies and Other Software to Use In Your Self-assessment for
Transitioning to Lean with Oracle Flow Manufacturing. Lean execution strategies within enterprises and across supply chains
can dramatically reduce cycle times, improve quality, red (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
Transitioning to Lean with Oracle Flow Manufacturing. Get Case Studies and Other Software to Use In Your Self-assessment for
Transitioning to Lean ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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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 initiative and lean manufacturing:
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
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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 initiative and lean manufacturing:
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:
Lean manufacturing practices are employed to some degree on almost every manufacturing floor, but many companies aren't realizing
the real benefits of lean by bringing lean to their front-office operations. Here are a few tips on lean office operations. (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
Lean manufacturing practices are employed to some degree on almost every manufacturing floor, but many companies aren't
realizing the real benefit...
Published:
2009-01-07
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Abstract:
BigMachines differentiates itself in the quote-to-order (Q2O) sphere due to its solutions’ lean end-to-end, inquiry-to-order
focus. Although there are other vendors offering Q2O as a service, BigMachines product is arguably more flexible, as high
tech manufacturers may be noting. (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
BigMachines differentiates itself in the quote-to-order (Q2O) sphere due to its solutions’ lean end-to-end, inquiry-to-order
focus. Although there...
Published:
2008-08-22
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Abstract:
Lean manufacturing, which focuses on eliminating waste in the production process, has been called the production system of
the twenty-first century. Learn how IFS’ lean manufacturing solution gives you the technology platform you need to make your
lean initiative a success—and your business more prof (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
... Learn how IFS’ lean manufacturing solution gives you the technology
platform you need to make your lean initiative a success—and your business more ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Global Asset Sustainability: Breakthrough Lean Best Practice Counters Rising Energy Costs. Read White Papers or Case Studies
Related To Asset Sustainability Leading companies are reducing energy consumption and costs as a top-priority initiative—with
benefits ranging from more efficient operations t (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
Global Asset Sustainability: Breakthrough Lean Best Practice Counters Rising Energy Costs. Read White Papers or Case Studies
Related To Asset Susta...
Published:
2010-03-11
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
... Whether this “lean” initiative includes enabling technology is entirely
up ... s Guide on the subject of lean. ... decision makers in the manufacturing
market to ...
Published:
2010-08-05
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Abstract:
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 initiative and lean manufacturing:
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:
A common question that comes up in most discussions about lean is whether it’s the tools and processes, or the people that
make lean work. In reality it is both. Applying lean tools, new technology, and new business processes to a traditional silo-oriented
culture will not work. Lean, at its core, is a (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
... Lean, at its core, is a cultural and people-oriented initiative. Download
<strong>Achieving Lean Success—A Holistic Approach</strong>. Comments: ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
You're a step ahead with TEC's Lean and Green Manufacturing Buyer's Guide. While the need for sustainable development is affecting
how organizations do business, the idea of environmental and corporate responsibility as value drivers is still relatively
new. Many companies are just beginning to adopt an a (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
You're a step ahead with TEC's Lean and Green Manufacturing Buyer's Guide. While the need for sustainable development
is affecting how organization...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
You're a step ahead with TEC's Lean and Green Manufacturing Buyer's Guide. While the need for sustainable development is affecting
how organizations do business, the idea of environmental and corporate responsibility as value drivers is still relatively
new. Many companies are just beginning to adopt an a (...)
Excerpt related to
lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
You're a step ahead with TEC's Lean and Green Manufacturing Buyer's Guide. While the need for sustainable development
is affecting how organization...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
While lean/flow leverages practices to stay ahead of actual demand, traditional approaches better coordinate secondary, back-office
systems like accounting and HR. Moreover, flow should be a company-wide strategy that impacts more than manufacturing. (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
While lean/flow leverages practices to stay ahead of actual demand, traditional approaches better coordinate secondary, back-office
systems like a...
Published:
2004-01-15
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Abstract:
Many best-of-breed advanced planning and scheduling (APS) vendors have come and gone since the late 90s, when APS was hyped
as a tool that would be a key enabler for manufacturing companies. But one vendor that has distinguished itself is Preactor,
a world leader in production planning and scheduling sof (...)
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lean initiative and lean manufacturing:
Many best-of-breed advanced planning and scheduling (APS) vendors have come and gone since the late 90s, when APS was hyped
as a tool that would b...
Published:
2010-11-30