article thumbnail

“95 Thesis” on Kaizen Events and TPS

The Lean Thinker

That actually isn’t a bad analogy as I was advocating a pretty dramatic shift in the role of the kaizen workshop leaders. Kaizen events (or whatever we want to call the traditional week-long activity): Can be a useful tool when used in the context of an overall plan. Kaizen tools included. Every tool, technique, etc.

Events 44
article thumbnail

The Most Reliable Supply Chain…Without Technology?

GlobalTranz

Of course, we live in a high technology powered supply chain world, but often, as we noted in our 5 Upfront LTL Tips post, if you don’t remember the basics and best practices, no technology is going to fix those issues, but only make them more apparent. We hope you enjoy this great story about supply chain without technology. .

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

UL Introduces an Affordable Regulatory Approval Solution for SMBs

UL EHS- Sustainability

As a result, critical product regulatory approvals can be jeopardized or delayed due to inconsistent or inadequate training activities and incomplete or error-ridden reporting. Best practices workshop – Take a one-day workshop, hosted by our training experts, to tune the training solution to your unique needs.

article thumbnail

COTRA optimises vehicle logistics

Logistics Business Magazine

This is the first time that the vehicle logistics systems developed by the global software company from Aachen will be used in Switzerland – following successful projects in seven other European countries, as well as the USA, Mexico, Saudi Arabia and Chile. Individual workflows tailored to customer requirements.

article thumbnail

Flawless logistics at the click of a mouse

Logistics Business Magazine

Logistics technology specialist SiB Solutions , founded in Sweden in 2017, aims to provide all facts to all stakeholders, incontrovertibly, at the touch of a button. If the video shows the wrong process was used, the operator can be re-trained. It’s all about intelligent video, data analytics and AI.

Video 67
article thumbnail

Best Practices for Risk Assessment in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Radius Logistics

Hence, it’s essential to use both qualitative and quantitative methods to assess risk: Quantitative Assessment Use historical data, simulation models, or statistical methods to forecast potential losses or disruptions. Train the Team A well-trained team can be your best defence against unforeseen challenges.

article thumbnail

Philippines: From fighters to forest rangers and farmers

World Food Programme Logistics

A multisectoral approach The collaboration between WFP and BARMM ministries aims to establish a convergence model in the region that will demonstrate sustainable income-generating activities through rural development. BInHI will be used as the vehicle to enjoin former combatants and their families towards sustainable vegetable farming.