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7 Rules of Fashion Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Opz

When QR strategy has become saturated, companies have to find the ways to differentiate themselves, some adopt ERP system, others adopt Just-in-Time manufacturing concept. 5) Keep production in-house : Zara tries to stay away from low-cost country sourcing and make an investment in the in-house manufacturing as much as possible.

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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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How Do We Heal the Healthcare Value Network?

Supply Chain Shaman

Over the last decade, neither the pharmaceutical nor medical device manufacturer has been able to drive the revenue/employee productivity gains of their comparative peer groups. Figure 2 contrasts the state of cash-to-cash cycles between 2000-2003 and 2008-2011. Power is shifting to the hospital. I think both factors are at play.