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ALSO CALLED: Lean Manufacturing
DEFINITION: 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. Engineer Taiichi Ohno is credited with developing the principles of lean production after World War II. His philosophy, which focused on eliminating waste and empowering workers, reduced inventory and improved
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Lean Production Reports
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Lean Scheduling and Execution
sponsored by SAP AG
ANALYST REPORT:
This benchmark study showcases the operational performance benefits manufacturers are currently enjoying due to the adoption of Lean scheduling and execution principles.
Posted: 26 Oct 2009 | Published: 26 Oct 2009
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How SYSPRO Leverages a Lean Manufacturing Model to Enhance Profitability
sponsored by SYSPRO
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This paper discusses the fundamentals for successful Lean manufacturing, including the establishment of optimal customer relationships, improved channel visibility, flexible product configuration, shortened cycle times, improved capacity utilization and integrated operational infrastructures.
Posted: 09 Oct 2009 | Published: 09 Oct 2009
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Eliminating Waste in Supply Chain Network Collaboration
sponsored by Sterling Commerce
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The focus of this white paper is to highlight how IT can support the kind of agile, rapid response that is needed to drive out costs and delays in their company's business collaboration networks.
Posted: 11 Sep 2009 | Published: 11 Sep 2009
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Lean IT: The Time for Transformation is Now
sponsored by CA
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Many institutions are investigating opportunities to create more value for customers by eliminating or reducing non-value-adding activities. Lean processing, long a staple in manufacturing, provides this opportunity for increasing efficiency within financial services.
Posted: 24 Aug 2009 | Published: 24 Aug 2009
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10 Ways To Use ERP To Lean The Manufacturing Supply Chain
sponsored by IFS
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This white paper gives four tips to help you bring lean supply chain improvements to your manufacturing operation. Additionally, it discusses six technology tools that help automate these lean supply chain practices.
Posted: 19 Jun 2009 | Published: 19 Jun 2009
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Fast Track ERP Implementation: Advice from the Field
sponsored by IFS
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ERP implementations don't have to take months or years. This white paper discusses how Colfax Corp. implemented IFS Applications in as little as nine weeks. It presents a case study of Colfax's complex but rapid rollout, and offers fast tracking tips from Colfax Business Analyst Jay Michael.
Posted: 19 Jun 2009 | Published: 19 Jun 2009
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Assess Your Enterprise Agility
sponsored by SAP America Inc
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Forrester reports that CEOs are beginning to recognize the need for their firms to become more agile in detecting and making the changes to strategy, operations, and products.
Posted: 05 Jun 2009 | Published: 05 Jun 2009
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Enabling The Lean Enterprise: A Three-Tiered Approach to Improving Your Operations
sponsored by SAP America Inc
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Recently, many businesses 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. Read this whitepaper to learn a three-tiered approach to improving your operations.
Posted: 04 Jun 2009 | Published: 04 Jun 2009
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Early Lean Adopters Embrace Technology
sponsored by SAP America Inc
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Results from Aberdeen Group report, The Lean Supply Chain, indicates that Aerospace and Defense (A&D) manufacturers are 40% more likely to be Best in Class performers - companies that are characterized by having an integrated Lean approach and solution with technology enablers - than their peers from other industries.
Posted: 04 Jun 2009 | Published: 04 Jun 2009
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LEAN PRODUCTION DEFINITION (continued): … productivity. Instead of maintaining resources in anticipation of what might be required for future manufacturing, as Henry Ford did with his production line, the management team at Toyota built partnerships with suppliers. In effect, under the direction of Engineer Ohno, Toyota automobiles became made-to-order. By maximizing the use of multi-skilled employees, the company was able to flatten their management structure and focus resources in a flexible manner. Because the company was able make changes quickly, they were often able to respond faster to market demands than their competitors … Lean Production definition sponsored by SearchManufacturingERP.com, powered by WhatIs.com an online computer dictionary
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