Essays about: "thesis just-in-time"

Showing result 36 - 40 of 45 essays containing the words thesis just-in-time.

  1. 36. Optimisation of a pillow production line applying Lean principles 

    University essay from KTH/Industriell produktion

    Author : William Fookes; [2010]
    Keywords : lead-time; Value Stream Map; supermarket pull system; FIFO lane; waste; throughput time; delivery; bottleneck; schedule; inventory; Lean philosophy.;

    Abstract : Manufacturing companies throughout the world are interested in reducing the time between a customer placing an order and them receiving the payment for that order. This premise is something that is a central characteristic for the Lean philosophy, and is one of the reasons to apply it. READ MORE

  3. 37. Improving Customer Service through Just-in-Time Distribution : Fitting into the customer’s service offer in case of ELECTROLUX LAUNDRY SYSTEMS

    University essay from Handelshögskolan BBS

    Author : Кatsiaryna Kazak; Yee Choi Wing; [2009]
    Keywords : Electrolux Laundry Systems; Just-in-time distribution; Relationship marketing; Dynamic capabilities; Competitive advantage;

    Abstract : The international environment today has been undergoing unprecedented change and many companies are seeking new ways to stand out from the competition by sustaining their competitive advantage. Internationalization and firms’ consolidation increase competition in the dynamic marketplace . READ MORE

  4. 38. Kombinering av EOQ och JIT – ett framgångsrecept? : En fallstudie av materialstyrningsmetoder och dess effekter vid ett tillväxtföretag

    University essay from Ekonomihögskolan, EHV

    Author : John Frii; Jesper Eklund; Daniel Agnesson; [2008]
    Keywords : EOQ; JIT; Materialstyrning;

    Abstract : Background: For many organizations, the transition from being a small business to a growing company demands great changes in the internal administration and processes. One area which often is neglected during this phase of rapid expansion is the processes for handling the planning and purchasing of components. READ MORE

  5. 39. Lean Warehousing - Gaining from Lean thinking in Warehousing

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

    Author : Martin Tostar; Per Karlsson; [2008]
    Keywords : Lean Warehousing; Warehousing; ABC-analysis; Heijunka; Lean Thinking; Technological sciences; Teknik; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : This master thesis has been written during the autumn of 2007 and in the month of January 2008. It investigates how the Lean philosophy can be used in Warehousing businesses. Further it gives example of tools that can help Warehousing companies to become Leaner in their business. READ MORE

  6. 40. From process selection to supplier selection : a case study about an accessory purchasing department exploring JIT and/or VMI process collaboration with their suppliers.

    University essay from Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Mette Eisensö; Liselott Dahl; [2007]
    Keywords : Just-in-time JIT ; ; Vendor Managed Inventory VMI ; ; supplier selection; ; Supply Chain Management;

    Abstract : For many retailers, manufacturers, and wholesalers, inventory is their single largest investments of corporate assets. Problems such as stock-outs and bullwhip effect due to sales fluctuation and poor visibility are normal for manufactures. READ MORE