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Trane Technologies’ Digital Simulation Journey

DELMIA Quintiq

In addition, this has allowed Trane Technologies to support new product development based on its current OPEX system driven by Lean Manufacturing principles and people involvement. 1] Although the Digital Twin terminology has evolved since its inception in 2002 by Dr. M. Focus on KPIs. and sustainability strategies. [1]

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Lean Six Sigma for SMEs: A Path to Continuous Improvement

SCMDOJO

Over the years, various methodologies have emerged to address this need, including lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and the integration of both known as Lean Six Sigma (LSS). In this blog, we’ll delve into the integrated Lean Six Sigma approach, exploring its benefits, deployment models, moreover the implications for SMEs.

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Lean and Green Supply Chain Initiatives Can Be Complimentary

ModusLink Corporation

Previous commentaries on Value Unchained noted a recent University of Tennessee research study, “Green, Lean and Global Supply Chain Strategies.” In the posting, Beyond the Research Part Three: Green and Lean Global Supply Chain Strategies , the researchers at the University of Tennessee made a rather important observation.

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5 Tactics for Transforming Your Supply Chain into a Lean, Mean, Green Machine

AFFLINK

This has been an increasingly hot topic in design circles, especially since the 2002 publication of Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things by Michael Braungart and William McDonough. To implement your green supply chain to the best effect, products must be designed to take maximum advantage of it.

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Supply Chain Disruption. A Deeper Look Into Context, Causes, and Trends  

Elementum

Some of the most successful firms have hung on for too long with failed philosophies and prioritization models — like Lean, and Just-in-Time provisioning. From 2002 to 2013, the cost of manufacturing in China increased almost 500%, making China significantly more expensive than places like India.

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Throwback Thursday

Supply Chain Shaman

I dusted off a 2002 presentation from P&G to share with the audience. Yet, the attendees wanted to discuss Lean warehousing. As a result, scanning has grown in importance. Late-stage postponement and effective in-country labeling and tracking is essential. Aggressively Get and Use Channel Data.

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Shippers Dissatisfied with 3PLs’ Dinosaur Technologies

Supply Chain Collaborator

The first study of shipper satisfaction in 2002 revealed only 27% of shippers was satisfied with the IT capabilities offered by their 3PL provider. In sum, it is no surprise that shippers are expressing deep dissatisfaction and growing misgivings about leaning on tech tools from 3PLs.