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Making the lean manufacturing management commitment
In order for a lean initiative to be successful, lean manufacturing management must be willing to commit to implementation and training plans. Strong lean manufacturing leadership is able to evaluate what lean needs to do and solve problems down the road.Book Chapter
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Creating a lean implementation plan
There are many factors to consider before starting a lean implementation project. Make sure to address any questions about systems capabilities, cultural change and leadership before creating a lean implementation plan.Book Chapter
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lean production
Lean production is an assembly-line methodology developed originally for Toyota and the manufacturing of automobiles. It is also known as the Toyota Production System or just-in-time production.Definition
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kaizen (or continuous improvement)
Kaizen, also known as continuous improvement, is an approach to work that systematically seeks to achieve small, incremental changes in processes in order to improve efficiency and quality.Definition
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How to create a strategy for a lean manufacturing implementation
For a manufacturing lean implementation to go smoothly, IT managers need to truly understand lean philosophy. This understanding will help build a strong lean strategy and ensure that projects stay on course.Tip
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Where lean manufacturing methodology meets supply chain management
Lean manufacturing is a technology as well as a philosophy. Read how manufacturers use software to apply lean methodology to supply chains to increase visibility and efficiency.Article | 05 Aug 2009
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Lean manufacturing and ERP not mutually exclusive, experts say
You don't need ERP to implement lean manufacturing effectively. You don't need lean to implement ERP. But together, they make a powerful platform for reducing waste and increasing productivity.Article | 07 Oct 2008
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Can an ERP system support lean and traditional manufacturing practices?
Can an ERP system support lean manufacturing and traditional manufacturing practices? Find out in this expert response.Ask the Expert
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Applying lean techniques to quality control
Dr. Michael Grieves, a professor at the University of Iowa, explains how Lean Six Sigma can be used to analyze and redesign quality-control workflows and automate them for greater accuracy and efficiency.Podcast
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Supply chain experts challenge manufacturers to rethink lean technology
Incorporating software into a lean project can be challenging. CSCMP 2010 attendees learned about the variety of lean technology options available and how to use them to boost supply chain visibility and efficiency.News | 05 Oct 2010
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Addressing common lean manufacturing implementation myths
In this book chapter excerpt, find out the truth behind common lean manufacturing implementation myths and misconceptions.Book Chapter
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Overcoming lean manufacturing challenges
In this book chapter, learn how to overcome lean manufacturing challenges and common obstacles to lean success.Book Chapter
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Will dynamic business process management and alerting help make manufacturers leaner?
Find out the benefits of dynamic business process management and alerting technology, and read a case study about how one organization implemented dynamic BPM.Column | 23 Dec 2009
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Building a business case for lean implementation
Introducing lean thinking to your staff means explaining what lean does and how it will help your business. Identifying your goals, explaining the concepts of kaizen and kanban and setting up lean training programs are all parts of building a business case for lean implementation.Book Chapter
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Making the lean manufacturing management commitment
In order for a lean initiative to be successful, lean manufacturing management must be willing to commit to implementation and training plans. Strong lean manufacturing leadership is able to evaluate what lean needs to do and solve problems down the road.Book Chapter
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Creating a lean implementation plan
There are many factors to consider before starting a lean implementation project. Make sure to address any questions about systems capabilities, cultural change and leadership before creating a lean implementation plan.Book Chapter
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lean production
Lean production is an assembly-line methodology developed originally for Toyota and the manufacturing of automobiles. It is also known as the Toyota Production System or just-in-time production.Definition
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kaizen (or continuous improvement)
Kaizen, also known as continuous improvement, is an approach to work that systematically seeks to achieve small, incremental changes in processes in order to improve efficiency and quality.Definition
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