synchrono

APRIL 23, 2018

Manufacturers use constraints management first to gain the most demand-driven change. We discussed that continuous improvement tools such as TOC, Lean and Six Sigma work like “sandpaper” on an organization’s processes, smoothing various stages of their demand-driven journey. 60% on-time delivery to 90+. Coming soon. John Maher.

Six Sigma 90

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2016

We conclude this two part series about manufacturing operations excellence by consultant Chuck Intrieri, by outlaying why manufacturers should focus on a critical component that will help sustain manufacturing operations excellence for years to come. What is Driving Sustainable Manufacturing Operations Excellence?

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing 120

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

In extreme cases, firms simply state that a product comes from one country when, in actual fact, it was manufactured in a country that is impacted by the higher tariff being imposed. Alternatively, you may want to relocate – totally or in part – where your product is manufactured. This practice is illegal. Free trade agreements (FTAs).

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USC Consulting Group

JANUARY 18, 2022

Pioneered back in the day by Toyota… or by Henry Ford even earlier, depending on who you ask, Lean manufacturing is the art of maximizing customer value while minimizing waste. Two sides of the same coin, while Lean looks at making processes more efficient and reducing process lead times, Six Sigma focuses on cutting down on defects.

Six Sigma 40

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Supply Chain Action Blog

JUNE 14, 2017

The reduction of lead times and lot sizes through lean in manufacturing has focused on reducing setup time to eliminate waiting and work-in-process inventory, as well as the frequent use of physical and visible signals for replenishment of consumption. The Importance of Six Sigma. Crucial Tradeoffs for Manufacturers.

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Supply Chain Action Blog

JUNE 14, 2017

The reduction of lead times and lot sizes in manufacturing has focused on reducing setup time and the frequent use of physical and visible signals for replenishment. The Importance of Six Sigma. Six sigma pursues reduced variability in processes. Six sigma pursues reduced variability in processes.

Six Sigma 40

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

The focus is to eliminate all wastes in the organization, improve processes, solve root cause problems, create a pull environment, and ensure that Lean Six Sigma (LSS) works for quality and daily problem solving using DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) and PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, and Act). Why are we doing this?

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Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Lean Sustainability 120

ThroughPut

APRIL 17, 2025

Impact Summary: A global automotive parts manufacturer transformed its production flow and operational efficiency using ThroughPut.AIs Supply Chain Decision Intelligence Manufacturing Production Optimization Software suite.

Optimization Software 52

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

He is a global speaker , vlogger , and supply chain industry expert with 19 years of experience in the Manufacturing Industry in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and South East Asia in various Supply Chain leadership roles. Moreover, Muddassir is a Six Sigma black belt.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 13, 2021

Mr. Crabtree is a Master Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, a Certified Supply Chain Transformation Architect and an expert in effective change management, facilitation, and communications. Ron Crabtree , CPIM, CIRM, CSCP, MLSSBB, SCOR-P is the founder and CEO (2002) of MetaOps , Inc.

Sourcing Strategies 130

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 23, 2023

With the fabricated metal industry receiving government grants and incentives, it now ranks as one of the fastest-changing sectors in the manufacturing marketplace. technologies, manufacturers are building what we are calling ‘Manufacturing Agility’ into their organizations. With the introduction of many of the ‘Industry 4.0’

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

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synchrono

MAY 19, 2015

I have watched TOC solutions work exceedingly well in manufacturing, scheduling, replenishment, and project management for continuous improvements that truly revolutionize environments. They do NOT look at the aggregate and interconnected environment that most manufacturers live with every day. A Smoother Board. John Maher.

Six Sigma 45

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Manufacturing systems and regulatory compliance are considered to be very complex, coupled with the limited number suppliers due to the high barriers to entry. Moreover, the aircraft manufacturers have to do whatever it takes to win the order long before the commencement of production.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

He is a global speaker , vlogger , and supply chain industry expert with 19 years of experience in the Manufacturing Industry in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and South East Asia in various Supply Chain leadership roles. Moreover, Muddassir is a Six Sigma black belt.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

Traditionally, supply chains were focused on minimising supply chain costs and a continuous effort to get supply chains lean, through programmes such as lean six sigma, and far less emphasis on risk management. The human factor out of manufacturing and logistics. Halal logistics and supply chain management.

Innovation 244

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2017

There are many techniques–lean, six sigma, Total Quality Management–but, the over-arching focus is on managing and reducing costs. I believe that 80-90% of planning jobs will be eliminated and that there will be substantial cuts in the workforce for distribution and manufacturing through robotics.

Cost Reduction Strategies 90

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Six Sigma Agile and Lean Supply Chain 90

USC Consulting Group

MARCH 4, 2025

They include: Lean Six Sigma. LSS is a combination of two powerful methodologies, Lean, which focuses on limiting waste in a process, and Six Sigma, which focuses on increasing quality. Say a client has a manufacturing plant filled with machines that process their product.

Six Sigma 52

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Logility

MAY 1, 2019

Just about every member of the management team was a Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt and many had attained a level of Master Black Belt. As Director of Logistics and Planning, part of my responsibilities were to manage our relationships with outsourced manufacturing partners including quality. A History Lesson. Applications.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 8, 2019

A recent, typical job ad for a demand planner lists technical criteria including APICS and Six Sigma certification, alongside “negotiation, communications, and presentation skills”. . The planner’s role has expanded to include a combination of technical skills and communications and interpersonal skills.

Negotiating Skills 185

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synchrono

APRIL 9, 2018

Demand-driven manufacturing leaders are always refining their tools and tactics to ensure they’re spending their time wisely. This blog marks the first in a three-part series about using the tools of TOC, Six Sigma and Lean to help manufacturing leaders gain the most benefit from their demand-driven transformation.

Six Sigma 71

Six Sigma Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 71

Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Manufacturers have historically found themselves at the cutting edge of technological advances. It’s surprising, then, to read stories encouraging manufacturers to jump aboard the Digital Age technology bandwagon. ” He noted, “Each of these technologies will fundamentally change how products are manufactured.”

Analytics Software 100

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Kevin is a certified Six Sigma Green Belt and has 35+ experience in Industrial Engineering in the electronics manufacturing and recycling business operations. His responsibilities include process optimization, cost saving analysis and new solutions implementation.

Electronics 124

Electronics Optimal Sourcing Six Sigma Material Savings 124

Kinaxis

AUGUST 28, 2017

As air travel demand soars, aircraft equipment manufacturers continue to innovate in areas like jet engine fuel efficiency, navigation technology and materials science. Lean manufacturing and six sigma initiatives have significantly cut waste and inefficiency in the production process.

Aerospace 179

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

In one article , Mr. Sorenson points out that IBP works better for small manufacturers than large ones. The executive meeting will generate lean six sigma projects where analysts are tasked with going out and discovering more granular costs. Dean Sorenson concurs. This will be done in a step-by-step manner.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Improve collaboration between suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics partners. Warehouse Efficiency and Automation Techniques such as Lean Six Sigma can help companies identify inefficiencies, eliminate waste, and optimize workflows. Enhance visibility across the supply chain through structured reports.

Supply Chain Planning Software 91

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

to discuss vehicle customization by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) automakers and its impact on the supply chain of the future. And then there was a McKinsey article, which commented recently, that in the next four years, India would be the third biggest manufacturer , just lagging after China and the US.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 7, 2012

For mature supply chain organizations, it is a natural extension of six sigma. These can be shift in the channel, issues in manufacturing, increasing variability in transportation, or a shift in commodity prices. The goal here should be to make the right trade-offs between inventory strategies and manufacturing policies.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 231

Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 20, 2013

ICOM is part of IDEF0 methodology which was used primarily for mapping of a complex manufacturing process. Six Sigma practitioners have invented this acronym to help them remember easier. Then, lets find out what kind of acronym we can use for supply chain analysis from infographic below, Theoretical Background. 3) DOTWIMP.

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Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Strategy Modeling 140

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2021

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. Justin is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and he holds an MBA from the Katz Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh.

Optimal Sourcing 210

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ThroughPut

APRIL 15, 2025

Summary of the Impact A globally recognized Automotive Interiors Manufacturer deployed ThroughPuts AI-powered supply chain solution, Supply chain decision intelligence & analytics platform , to optimize Just-in-Time manufacturing across all operational shifts. Why This Case Study Matters to You?

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Just-in-Time Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Automotive 52

Talking Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2017

Now consumers can compare products from multiple manufacturers and/or retailers in order to find best product at the best price – all from the comfort of their own home – and then have it delivered within days or even hours. The question is: how will this impact retailers and manufacturers? Transforming the Retail Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 145

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2014

We built these into continuous improvement programs such as Lean Six Sigma, while also setting goals to drive breakthrough cost savings to supplement continuous improvement savings. Our approach simply breaks accountabilities and goals across the areas of Manufacturing, Logistics/Network Optimization and Ingredients/Packaging.

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Unleashed

APRIL 10, 2023

The internal processes of a manufacturer are critical to the success of the overall business. This article breaks down 11 of the most effective process improvement techniques in manufacturing that you can implement in your workplace today. Deep dive: Check out the 2023 Manufacturing Productivity Guide.

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Manufacturing Procurement Six Sigma Optimal Sourcing Waste Reduction 52

Supply Chain Opz

JULY 15, 2018

Those people you are dealing with every day is actually your "internal customer" (as in lean manufacturing or six sigma initiatives.) . - In virtually every company, you have to deal with other departments. If a company doesn't run in sync, this might hurt the service you provide to your external customers.

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synchrono

JANUARY 13, 2025

Its January 2025, and many of the manufacturers I know are still neck-deep in strategic and operational planning. I see many manufacturers that rely on MRP for purchase and work orders and use spreadsheets for scheduling. If your manufacturing environment is complex, datasets can get large fast. They need to cut waste.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 25, 2018

In today’s data rich environment, companies are racing to employ advanced analytics and insights as the mechanism to drive sustainable competitive advantage, the same way that they used Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma quality capabilities to separate themselves from the competition.

Six Sigma 100

Six Sigma Supply Chain Planning Software Expense Reduction Optimization Software 100

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 17, 2016

Lean is often associated with discrete manufacturing processes, but the discipline has been adapted and implemented in the process industries too, as documented in the book “ Lean for the Process Industries: Dealing with Complexity ” (Productivity Press, May 2009) by Peter L. Take, for instance, Six Sigma black belts.

Waste Reduction 100

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