The Lean Thinker

OCTOBER 13, 2020

It was used in conjunction with our “how to walk the gemba” coaching sessions that we did with the lean staff, and then taught them to do with leaders. It was our job to teach our continuous improvement people how to do that coaching and assisting – beyond just running kaizen events that implement tools.

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Waste Reduction Buyer Training Document Production 397

WorkWave

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Apart from helping pets get exercise while their owners are away or at work, these pet-sitting services also give peace of mind knowing someone trustworthy looks after their beloved family members. Apartment Complexes: Many apartment buildings allow tenants to own pets but struggle with keeping shared outdoor spaces clean from animal waste.

Waste Reduction 52

Waste Reduction Modeling Software Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction 52

Locus

JANUARY 10, 2024

We’ll look at four strategies to optimize shelf replenishment, reducing stockouts, improving inventory management, cutting waste, and boosting productivity. Exercising Cost Control: Lastly, shelf replenishment is all about managing costs efficiently. This equates to more profits in the pocket.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Waste Reduction 52

Conger

MAY 6, 2019

To eliminate waste without sacrificing productivity to improve customer value. So we asked six Toyota experts: how are you applying lean management principles at your facility? Toyota Lean Management is a management philosophy that teaches team members how to solve problems in a way that is effective and sustainable.

Waste Reduction 59

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Material Savings Sourcing Strategies 59

Conger

MAY 6, 2019

To eliminate waste without sacrificing productivity to improve customer value. So we asked six Toyota experts: how are you applying lean management principles at your facility? Toyota Lean Management is a management philosophy that teaches team members how to solve problems in a way that is effective and sustainable.

Waste Reduction 40

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Material Savings Sourcing Strategies 40

FourKites

JANUARY 7, 2021

No matter the size of your organization, the outcome is the same: supply chain operators are empowered to make quick, informed decisions without needing to waste time waiting for approvals from different layers of management. How to Create an Agile Supply Chain Model. How to Improve Supply Chain Agility.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 31, 2014

The field engineers claim- We gave all the necessary information for the analysis, were not aware how to decipher the readings against the reference values so could contribute very little. The case discussed here is not a unique but one of countless cases where heaps of information gets wasted after being collected.

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Case Study Study Exercises Analysis 28

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2022

In major markets such as Europe, consumers are looking for more durable, long-lasting products, because products that do have these characteristics become waste and go to landfill faster. Historically, this product ‘footprinting’ exercise was both tedious and expensive. Consumers are looking for more durable products.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Trends 60

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 15, 2015

The field engineers claim- We gave all the necessary information for the analysis, were not aware how to decipher the readings against the reference values so could contribute very little. None of the fleet engineers understood the actual intent of the data collection, neither did they appreciate the whole exercise.

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Case Study Study Exercises Analysis 20

Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Discounting prices for a known loss as part of a deliberate strategy to gain customers and increase sales is one thing, but unwittingly selling products at a loss is simply a waste. How can you assess the effect of price discounts without understanding your service costs? In short, you can’t.

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Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Analysis 89

Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

The tips in this article will help you know how to identify the customers, products, and processes that might be inflating your cost to serve (CTS) unnecessarily. Waste – which can be time-related, or associated with stock damages or loss. High Cost to Serve: It’s an Omnichannel Problem. Rework – due to errors. Customer behaviour.

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Cost Reduction Purchasing Skills Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 117

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

However, all are well worth employing to seek that holy grail of pushing out waste, inefficiency, and most importantly resources (time and money) out of your supply chain. Now that you know how to get a supplier day conference and are collaborating with your suppliers better, it’s time to have a value analysis exercise.

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Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Waste Reduction 96