Supply Chain Management

• Author : Douglas M. Lambert
• Publisher : Supply Chain Management Inst
• Release : 30 June 2022

• Author : Alan Harrison,Remko I. van Hoek
• Publisher : Pearson Education
• Release : 30 June 2022

Logistic management is a vital part of any business operation. This volume provides up-to-the-minute information on all aspects of strategic planning and business logistics.

• Author : Tim O'Hagan
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 28 November 2001

An overview of the latest advances in manufacturing In manufacturing, staying up to date with the newest technology has a direct impact on the bottom line. To this end, Advances in Manufacturing Technology XV provides an invaluable resource: papers presented at the 15th National Conference on Manufacturing Research, highlighting the latest findings and ongoing work of the world's leading labs. Showcasing innovation in efficiency, speed, safety, capability, and much more, these works represent the forefront of manufacturing today.

• Author : Mikel Harry,Prem S. Mann,Ofelia C. De Hodgins,Richard L. Hulbert,Christopher J. Lacke
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 19 January 2010

This hands-on book presents a complete understanding of Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma through data analysis and statistical concepts In today's business world, Six Sigma, or Lean Six Sigma, is a crucial tool utilized by companies to improve customer satisfaction, increase profitability, and enhance productivity. Practitioner's Guide to Statistics and Lean Six Sigma for Process Improvements provides a balanced approach to quantitative and qualitative statistics using Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Emphasizing applications and the implementation of

• Author : Paul Hawken,Amory B. Lovins,L. Hunter Lovins
• Publisher : Earthscan
• Release : 30 June 2022

'Natural capitalism' is quite different from conventional capitalism but, once understood, it seems it must have been obvious all along. Drawing upon economic logic, intelligent technologies and the best of contemporary design, the authors show how it will transform our fundamental notions about the way to do business.

• Author : Pekka Abrahamsson,Nilay Oza
• Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
• Release : 08 October 2010

The LESS 2010 conference was the first scientific conference dedicated to advancing the “lean enterprise software and systems” body of knowledge. It fostered interactions by joining the lean product development community with the agile community coupled with innovative ideas nurtured by the beyond budgeting school of thinking. The conference was organized in collaboration with the Lean Software and Systems Consortium (LSSC). The conference is established as a conference series. The idea of the conference was to offer a unique platform for

• Author : Marcel Van Assen,Gerben Van den Berg,Paul Pietersma
• Publisher : Pearson UK
• Release : 08 April 2010

With over 33,500 copies sold of the previous edition, the winning formula of this incredibly successful book will remain the same. From SWOT analysis and core competencies to risk reward analysis and the innovation circle, Key Management Models explains each model in a clear, structured and practical way. There is a brief overview of each of the 61 essential models that spans no more than 3-4 pages. For each model you will find: · The model in a nutshell (‘the big idea’) · Its

• Author : Brian H. Maskell,Bruce Baggaley,Larry Grasso
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 26 August 2011

The methods and concepts presented in the bestselling first edition revolutionized the approach to the management and control of Lean companies. Enhanced with extensive end-of-chapter exercises and a CD-ROM with Lean accounting tools, the second edition of this preeminent practitioner’s guide is now suitable for classroom use. Practical Lean Accounting: A Proven System for Measuring and Managing the Lean Enterprise, Second Edition explains exactly what it takes to transform a traditional accounting system to one that supports and enhances

• Author : Management Association, Information Resources
• Publisher : IGI Global
• Release : 02 August 2019

In the increasingly competitive corporate sector, businesses must examine their current practices to ensure business success. By examining their social, financial, and environmental risks, obligations, and opportunities, businesses can re-design their operations more effectively to ensure prosperity. Sustainable Business: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications is a vital reference source that explores the best practices that promote business sustainability, including examining how economic, social, and environmental aspects are related to each other in the company’s management and performance. Highlighting a

• Author : Trevor A. Dawes
• Publisher : Psychology Press
• Release : 30 June 2022

Academic libraries that provide electronic reserve services offer convenient access to information to their students and faculty while gaining numerous other advantages, such as reducing both loss and staff workload. Marketing and Managing Electronic Reserves presents leading authorities with practical solutions to the challenges in effectively integrating electronic reserves services and marketing them to users. This book provides positive approaches that any academic library considering the implementation of an electronic reserve operation can use. All factors are considered, including size

• Author : Numan M. Durakbasa,M. Güneş Gençyılmaz
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 10 November 2021

This book contains selected papers from International Symposium for Production Research 2021, held on October 7–9, 2021, online, Turkey. The book reports recent advances in production engineering and operations. It explores topics including production research; production management; operations management; industry 4.0; industrial engineering; mechanical engineering; engineering management; and operational research. Presenting real-life applications, case studies, and mathematical models, this book is of interest to researchers, academics, and practitioners in the field of production and operation engineering. It provides both the results of recent research

• Author : Arthur V. Hill
• Publisher : FT Press
• Release : 30 June 2022

This is the perfect "field manual" for every supply chain or operations management practitioner and student. The field's only single-volume reference, it's uniquely convenient and uniquely affordable. With nearly 1,500 well-organized definitions, it can help students quickly map all areas of operations and supply chain management, and prepare for case discussions, exams, and job interviews. For instructors, it serves as an invaluable desk reference and teaching aid that goes far beyond typical dictionaries. For working managers, it offers a shared language,

• Author : Paul M. Griffin,Harriet B. Nembhard,Christopher J. DeFlitch,Nathaniel D. Bastian,Hyojung Kang,David A. Munoz
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 25 February 2016

Apply engineering and design principles to revitalize the healthcare delivery system Healthcare Systems Engineering is the first engineering book to cover this emerging field, offering comprehensive coverage of the healthcare system, healthcare delivery, and healthcare systems modeling. Written by leading industrial engineering authorities and a medical doctor specializing in healthcare delivery systems, this book provides a well-rounded resource for readers of a variety of backgrounds. Examples, case studies, and thoughtful learning activities are used to thoroughly explain the concepts presented,

• Author : Ordóñez de Pablos, Patricia
• Publisher : IGI Global
• Release : 30 April 2013

Within global commerce, services and management play a vital role in the economy. Service systems are necessary for organizations, and a multi-disciplinary approach is ideal to establish full understanding of these systems. Best Practices and New Perspectives in Service Science and Management provides original research on all aspects of service science, service management, service engineering, and its supporting technology in order to administer cutting-edge knowledge to encourage the improvement of services. This book is essential for researchers and practitioners in

• Author : Charles Protzman,George Mayzell,Joyce Kerpchar
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 21 December 2010

Winner of a 2013 Shingo Research and Professional Publication Award This practical guide for healthcare executives, managers, and frontline workers, provides the means to transform your enterprise into a High-Quality Patient Care Business Delivery System. Designed for continuous reference, its self-contained chapters are divided into three primary sections: Defines what Lean is and includes some interesting history about Lean not found elsewhere. Describes and explains the application of each Lean tool and concept organized in their typical order of use. Explains