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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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10 Ideas for More Efficient & Productive Warehouse Operations

GlobalTranz

Implement Lean Manufacturing. Most manufacturing facilities are trending toward 5S/lean manufacturing as part of their efforts to improve manufacturing processes, enabling quicker, more efficient production and lowering overall costs. Evaluate Storage Equipment. Manufacturing Warehouse warehouse operations'

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How Do We Heal the Healthcare Value Network?

Supply Chain Shaman

Pharmaceutical companies are struggling with falling margins and rising inventories. In our work with pharmaceutical companies, most executives wince when we mention inventories. However, most do not realize that the Days of Inventory for the industry has grown 33%. It is rising inventory levels. What Can We Do?

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With Crisp, ZURU Group builds a playbook for on-shelf success

crisp

Founded in 2003, ZURU has expanded from its Kiwi roots to become a powerhouse in the toy industry worldwide, boasting a broad and dynamic portfolio ranging from seasonal summer staple Bunch-O-Balloons to the global sensation Mini Brands. Welcome to the world of ZURU Group.

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5 Factory Uses for Sensors You Might Not Expect

DELMIA Quintiq

It also helps keep inventory requirements down. In 2003, the retail giant began a “slap and chip” program to place RFID tags on all of their pallets and case packs. The ability to lean on sensors to pick up on trends in operational data extends to the use of energy, too. Walmart provides a cautionary tale.

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5 Factory Uses for Sensors You Might Not Expect

DELMIA Quintiq

It also helps keep inventory requirements down. In 2003, the retail giant began a “slap and chip” program to place RFID tags on all of their pallets and case packs. The ability to lean on sensors to pick up on trends in operational data extends to the use of energy, too. Walmart provides a cautionary tale.

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The Top Dozen Supply Chain Innovations of All-Time

Operations and Supply Chain Management

The Kiva Robotic Picking System: The idea for the orange AGV-like robots that bring inventory to order pickers was first conceived in 2003 by CEO Mick Mountz, and with the help of some MIT professors Kiva brought the technology to market less than two-years later. And finally… (drum roll and envelop please): No.