Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

Here we give you eight real-world examples of how businesses use Kanban, a popular lean tool that’s helped companies in a huge range of sectors improve efficiency – especially those in the manufacturing industry. Kanban came from the same place as the wider principles of lean manufacturing: Toyota. The customer’s order is complete.

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Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Examples 98

Resilinc

JANUARY 19, 2022

From “lean” to secure. As detailed by WSJ’s Tokyo-based automotive industry reporter Sean McLain , Toyota embraced just-in-time (JIT) inventory management after an executive took a late 1950s visit to the United States and marveled at how supermarkets kept store shelves stocked without massive inventory stockpiles.

Sourcing Strategies 62

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

At the beginning of 2020, the global market for automotive parts and accessories had enjoyed several years of high margins and steady growth in a stable environment. This means automotive parts and accessories businesses must start looking at changing their business model and will need technology to help support the change.

Supply Chain Design Software 105

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The automotive sector has switched lanes into a new digital world, where the pace of change is also hurtling manufacturers into oncoming traffic in the form of geopolitical, economic and natural crises. As we await the next inevitable “Black Swan” event, automotive players have realized the need to be proactive, not just reactive.

Inventory Reduction 57

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings Price Reduction 57

ThroughPut

MAY 23, 2019

The Automotive Industry is being disrupted on all sides and is upending the traditional models of vehicle manufacturing that have evolved over the past 120 years to dominate the world. But the Automotive industry’s massive scale can also be its savior in an age of unprecedented disruption across multiple fronts.

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IQMS

JANUARY 21, 2021

From automotive components and parts manufacturing to producing recyclable plastics packaging and industrial products, achieve sustainable manufacturing excellence is proving to be a sure catalyst for driving greater revenue, reducing costs while making a positive contribution to the environment.

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QAD

JUNE 23, 2022

With each podcast episode, we talk with automotive industry experts about a range of insightful topics, all focused squarely on the global automotive supply chain and its challenges. I am proud to co-host the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast with Quistem Founder and President Cathy Fisher. Here’s a wrap-up of the latest episodes.

Manufacturing Procurement 75

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 75

QAD

AUGUST 3, 2023

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) is a methodology and framework used in the automotive and manufacturing industries to ensure the quality and reliability of products throughout their development and production processes. What is APQP? Before embarking on the APQP, a manufacturer should perform a feasibility assessment.

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QAD

AUGUST 12, 2021

We will see the continued adoption of a wide range of sustainability efforts across manufacturing verticals, from automotive to food and beverage to life sciences. Lean techniques have played a key role over the years to improve operational performance and save money. Sustainability Objectives for Manufacturers.

Waste Reduction 98

Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Material Savings Inventory Reduction 98

QAD

AUGUST 17, 2023

June, July and even August have traditionally been laid-back months in the automotive industry, between vacations and major OEMs’ summer shutdowns, but the action never stops here at the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. Season 2 is now in full swing, but you can find a complete list here.

Supply Chain Software 92

Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Strategy 92

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 26, 2022

As a recent college graduate, he was chartered with running manufacturing discrete event simulation for an automotive company. In the market, there is no well-defined product taxonomy for the purchase and sourcing of direct materials (items that are driven by a bill of material to finished goods). He was frustrated.

Manufacturing Procurement 217

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 217

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 14, 2018

A slight change within a function–in sourcing or manufacturing, or along the chain–can greatly impact the outcomes of cost, customer service, or working capital. Let’s take a closer look at sourcing. The inadequacies of MRP is the genesis of the lean process of Plan for Every Part (PFEP).

Optimal Sourcing 169

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 169

Resilinc

JANUARY 18, 2022

From “lean” to secure. As detailed by WSJ’s Tokyo-based automotive industry reporter Sean McLain , Toyota embraced just-in-time (JIT) inventory management after an executive took a late 1950s visit to the United States and marveled at how supermarkets kept store shelves stocked without massive inventory stockpiles.

Supply Chain Visibility 62

Supply Chain Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Inventory Reduction 62

Resilinc

JANUARY 17, 2022

From “lean” to secure. As detailed by WSJ’s Tokyo-based automotive industry reporter Sean McLain , Toyota embraced just-in-time (JIT) inventory management after an executive took a late 1950s visit to the United States and marveled at how supermarkets kept store shelves stocked without massive inventory stockpiles.

Inventory Reduction 62

Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 62

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 21, 2020

Supply chain trends and practices today, are mainly driven by cost optimisation and lean strategy. This has proved to be a major source of risk. Poor business continuity planning, lack of risk management programs and single source suppliers, have magnified the impact of such risks.

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ThroughPut

MARCH 10, 2020

the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Supply Chain pioneer that enables companies to detect, prioritize and alleviate dynamic operational bottlenecks just-in-time today announced the appointment of global lean & Just-In-Time expert, Mr. Takao Sakai, to the Executive Advisory Board. and as the Founder of Lean X. SOURCE ThroughPut Inc.

Just-in-Time 40

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 29, 2023

The company statement provided to business and industry media sources indicates: “ It is our understanding that the malfunction of the system was not caused by a cyberattack. However, we will continue to investigate the cause.

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 7, 2022

Experiencing the negative effects of overextended supply chains and lean manufacturing, merchants are looking to forge a balance between JIT and JIC purchasing models that reduces risk and maintains profit margins. Given the continued uncertainty of arrival times, source crucial supplies closer to factories and customers.

Just-in-Time 98

Just-in-Time Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Disruption 98

QAD

MARCH 9, 2023

Continual disruption is now the new normal, and it’s weighing on profitability and making it difficult for many companies to maintain lean, agile operations. Manufacturers had the flexibility to search for the lowest possible cost unit and could afford to run lean supply chains. Most supply chains ran like well-oiled machines.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 95

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Modeling 95

Kanban Logistics

APRIL 17, 2023

Download the Free eBook: Logistics Strategies to Improve Plant Operations “Just in time” (JIT) is a lean manufacturing logistics strategy in which materials are kept off-site and delivered to the manufacturer precisely when they are needed (as determined by demand signals or a pre-determined schedule). Kanban Logistics is one such 3PL.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Material Savings 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Programs such as Lean have become a popular means to develop a culture of simplification and constant improvement. Although Lean principles provide an excellent basis for managing energy costs, such costs are often left out of an efficiency drive… Why is that? What role will energy play in the long-term strategy for manufacturers?

Manufacturing Procurement 44

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 44

Supply Chain Opz

APRIL 15, 2015

Are you looking for lean books that help you create sustainable change? In this article, we will show you 10 best lean books every lean enterprise should read. Since lean concept is practice oriented, it has been adopted very well by both practitioners and academics. Womack, Daniel T. Jones and Daniel Roos.

Lean 100

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 7, 2022

Experiencing the negative effects of overextended supply chains and lean manufacturing, merchants are looking to forge a balance between JIT and JIC purchasing models that reduces risk and maintains profit margins. Given the continued uncertainty of arrival times, source crucial supplies closer to factories and customers.

Just-in-Time 52

Just-in-Time Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Disruption 52

SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Expertise: Sourcing, Supply Chain Analysis, Logistics & Transportation, Logistics Management Consulting, Freight (Maritime, Land, or Air), Logistics Technology Solutions. They come from a variety of backgrounds. Hire any of them as your supply chain consultant and see the difference! You can Hire Matias or start a conversation from here

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 30, 2023

Barra has mentored young people while they studied science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and diligently climbed the corporate ladder from an entry-level engineer to an influential leader in the automotive industry. In 1998, he joined Apple as Senior Vice President for Worldwide Operations.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 10, 2022

This posting provided additional commentary related to the ongoing global shortage of semiconductor components utilized in automotive manufacturing. Noted was that the digital transformation of Lean practices requires new definition and direction for just-in-time inventory management flows. Number Nine.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

automotive supply chain footprint is the unique nature of existing auto assembly and supplier production sites where foreign based auto manufacturers have elected to primarily locate production within U.S. Today, China based EV automakers and suppliers have notable cost advantages in materials sourcing, production and labor costs.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

One of the biggest challenges facing automotive, aerospace and defense manufacturers is the limited shapes a part can be cut, molded or welded in. It is especially important in the industries such as automotive, aviation and energy, where failure of a part has direct safety implications. Source CIO.com.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 15, 2018

The field of supply chain management–combining source, make and deliver–into a common process started in 1982. The source of the data is public reporting of balance sheet information. Toyota is the iconic leader in lean penning the book, “The Toyota Way.” Tesla is threatening the automotive market.

Sourcing Strategies 150

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Modeling Software 150

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2021

Ecommerce has thrust DCs into the limelight and elevated distribution as a source of potential competitive advantage, or disadvantage. Earlier in his career he managed large-scale supply chain projects for manufacturing and distribution organizations in food and beverage, retail, consumer goods, and automotive industries.

Optimal Sourcing 150

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Mass customisation is also known as: Made-to-order Built-to-order Increasingly popular in the retail goods sector – but also used in the automotive, software and finance sectors – mass customisation allows customers to purchase a product that is more ‘them’. Manage costs by going lean where you can go lean, and stay agile everywhere else.

Inventory Management Software 98

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software 98

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Source: Schumacher et al. With economies on the bounce-back, logistics continues to be the backbone of modern society and with the need for a lean freight sector. The model used nine dimensions and sixty-two maturity items in order to assess companies’ digital maturity levels. Dr. Shereen Nassar.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks. It is safe to say that if a warehouse operation is not implementing Lean, it is falling behind its competition.

Waste Reduction 274

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 7, 2016

While traditional supply chain processes evolved from functional excellence definitions for source, make and deliver from the inside-out; to make the digital pivot and become more market-driven, companies need to define new supply chain processes outside-in. This outside-in orientation needs a definition to make it actionable.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

The backbone of all long-standing philosophies such as Just-In-Time , Lean manufacturing, and Kanbans were all designed around minimizing the amount of inventory on hand in any Supply Chain. But it took a global pandemic to turn all of those paradigms and approaches on their heads.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Inventory Material Savings Modeling 52

GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a three-part series on Supplier Quality Management processes and how to evaluate your suppliers from Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chain. Even in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and defense, this metric plays a crucial role. Percentage of products in compliance.

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Metrics Quality Supply Chain Planning Software 120

NC State SCRC

JANUARY 1, 2023

Walmart will pay more for domestic sources, but will not be burdened with the inventory and purchasing FOB. Growth in 2023 will be positive – but lean. Environmentalists and automotive companies have committed to converting all of their vehicles to electric power. Electric vehicle parts will remain in short supply.

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