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Typically, when we talk about Lean, we often look at the programs or processes manufacturers put in place. But Lean is about more than a program—most often, the success of…
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Woodbridge Foam leverages suppliers, customers using innovation
Written by Jana Schilder Friday, 01 June 2012 13:04
For managers in advanced manufacturing, knowing about the latest and greatest components and materials being created by their suppliers gives manufacturers a distinct advantage over less curious competitors. At the supplier…
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Trending away from private labels to in-house products
Written by MA Staff Tuesday, 10 November 2009 17:39
The move away from manufacturing private labels for other companies to producing in-house branded product lines is a growing industry trend. It is also a strategy that is helping protect…
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Lean Insights: Lean trick question: Did you know late starts early?
Written by Dr. Timothy Hill Friday, 11 September 2009 11:56
Go to: Questions from the plant floor or Books you should know People often debate about where to start their Lean initiatives. Since most are trying to apply Lean in…
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Unlike many manufacturing fads, lean manufacturing appears to be here to stay. But many firms are still struggling to figure out how to make lean achieve its promise, says author…
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Database testing produces reliable software streamlining operations
Written by Marie Charpentier Friday, 31 July 2009 08:36
For more than a quarter of a century, database software giant Oracle has been providing reliable, secure and integrated technologies managing business systems and information. A partnership with Kepware Technologies,…
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Everyone wants to eliminate waste, but how much Lean is enough?
Written by Vladimir Kajdan Monday, 01 September 2008 00:00
Management strategies have continued to develop since Frederick Taylor (1856 - 1915) first published The Principles of Scientific Management in 1911. Prior to this, management as a discipline did not…
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When it comes to sustaining 5S, audits are the ultimate measuring stick
Written by Don Kivell Tuesday, 01 April 2008 00:00
By Don KivellI suppose that Sustain is the fifth S for a reason. Not only is it the most difficult level to achieve, it is by far the most difficult…
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Collaboration is the key to unlocking continuous improvement
Written by Gary Loblick Sunday, 01 June 2008 00:00
One of the most commonly overlooked precepts of lean manufacturing is the principle of collaboration. It never ceases to amaze us in our consulting and coaching roles with clients undergoing…
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Deconstruct problems and rebuild them into improvement ideas
Written by Shigeo Shingo Friday, 01 February 2008 00:00
The following is an excerpt from a new book by Shigeo Shingo, the co-creator of the Toyota Production System, entitled Kaizen and the Art of Creative Thinking. It is reproduced…
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