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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...
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2009-01-07
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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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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:
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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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:
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 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:
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 office:
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:
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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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:
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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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:
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 office:
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:
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 office:
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:
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. (...)
Excerpt related to
lean initiative and lean office:
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:
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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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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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
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Abstract:
Expand your knowledge by learning from BPM leaders.Read this whitepaper. Business process management (BPM) software implementations
are now moving into the mainstream. Many early adopters are already using BPM to foster business innovation. You can benefit
from the knowledge gained by BPM leaders and inno (...)
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... These findings can serve as best-practice guidelines for your BPM initiative, so you
can derive maximum value from your BPM investment. ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Learn about the five strategies used by successful small and medium-sized business (SMB) manufacturers. Download this free
white paper. A common issue for small to medium business (SMB) manufacturers is how to increase revenue and grow their businesses
without significantly adding staff. Unfortunately, th (...)
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Do More with Less: The Five Strategies Used by Successful SMB Manufacturers. Source: Infor. Document Type: White Paper Description
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Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
For a successful customer relationship management (CRM) implementation, the chief executive officer (CEO) must have an ongoing
role in the process. The project implementer must be aware of common CRM misconceptions, and communicate the nature of CRM
to c-level management. (...)
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For a successful customer relationship management (CRM) implementation, the chief executive officer (CEO) must have an ongoing
role in the process...
Published:
2006-11-23
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Abstract:
In continuing our first-time ever questions-and-answers series for software applications vendors, Infor and IFS, two upper
mid-market, stalwart vendors, express their views on market trends, platform approaches, and mid-market issues. (...)
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In continuing our first-time ever questions-and-answers series for software applications vendors, Infor and IFS, two upper
mid-market, stalwart ve...
Published:
2007-07-06
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Abstract:
Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its customers and those of the prospective buyers in the target market, while applying forward-looking technology
enhancements that protect its customers’ investme (...)
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Made2Manage Systems pledges not to build technology for the sake of technology. Instead, the company plans to focus in on
the true needs of its cu...
Published:
2005-02-25
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Abstract:
The PMO Conflict: So Much Promise, So Little Alignment.Papers and Other Package to Use In Your Complex System of PMO Conflict.
When a project management office (PMO) operates well, the impact can be extraordinary. All too often, though, the PMO doesn’t
become a clear asset. In order to avoid the worst-c (...)
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The PMO Conflict: So Much Promise, So Little Alignment.Papers and Other Package to Use In Your Complex System of PMO Conflict.
When a project manag...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Most retailers might say that they are customer-centric, but what does that really mean? After all, there is a huge difference
between simply serving a customer and centering on a customer's specific needs and satisfaction. (...)
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Most retailers might say that they are customer-centric, but what does that really mean? After all, there is a huge difference
between simply serv...
Published:
2006-06-23
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... My office is in the downtown core of Montreal and last ... The subject
was about a new initiative by PW and ... must be able to deliver daily (lean
manufacturing), and ...
Published:
2008-11-11