Essays about: "LEAN program"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 32 essays containing the words LEAN program.

  1. 16. Performance indicator design and implementation on semi-automated production lines : Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) philosophy adaptation

    University essay from KTH/Industriell produktion

    Author : Quentin Fernandez; [2016]
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    Abstract : The context of fierce competition among industrial companies forces them to continuously improve their performances. The development of ‘Lean Manufacturing’ programs to fulfil this purpose brings out the popularity of the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE); a measurement tool assessing the productivity of an equipment depending on its availability, performance and quality. READ MORE

  3. 17. Implementing a corporate Lean program : A case study to identify key factors for implementing Lean Management at Sandvik Coromant’s Production Unit in Langfang

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för Industriell utveckling, IT och Samhällsbyggnad

    Author : Adam Jörtsö; Tim Westphal; [2015]
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  4. 18. Leadership Driving Successful Implementation of Continuous Improvement Programs - A Case Study Using the Path Goal Model

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Ekonomihögskolan

    Author : Paulina Hornay; Johanna Gustafsson; [2015]
    Keywords : Path Goal model; CI; Continuous improvements; Leadership styles; Quality management.; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Title: Leadership Driving Successful Implementation of Continuous Improvement Programs - A Case Study Using the Path Goal Model Authors: Johanna Gustafsson, Paulina Hornay Supervisors: Stein Kleppestø, Ph.D., Associate professor, Department of Business Administration, School of Economics and Management, Lund University. READ MORE

  5. 19. Improved seismic-resistant design of adobe houses in vulnerable areas in Peru : Raising seismic awareness in an Andean community

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Byggteknik

    Author : Elin Mattsson; [2015]
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    Abstract : During the last decades, many seismic reinforcement techniques of adobe houses have been developed. None of the techniques has however reached out to the people in need, mainly due to high costs. To prevent unacceptable seismic risks in rural areas, it is necessary to develop technology transfers along with training and educational programs. READ MORE

  6. 20. Simulating production risk at Volvo Powertrain - Developing a simulation tool for decision making

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

    Author : Magnus Cederlund; [2014]
    Keywords : Risk Management; Supply Chain Risk Management; Fault Tree Analysis; Preliminary Hazard Analysis; Lean Production; Risk Matrix; World Class Manufacturing; Fire Safety; Volvo Powertrain; Business and Economics; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : How can a small fire at a subcontractor in the USA lead to a multimillion dollar loss at a Swedish telephone company, and how can a single machine breakdown lead to a complete production stop at a production company? With today logistics and production trends, where terms such as Lean Production, Six Sigma, 5S, and World Class Manufacturing are used every day, production companies are introducing streamline production facilities and supply chain where goods and raw material are delivered just in time, where buffer zones are reduced, and where suppliers are reduced to a single source. These are trends that strengthen companies’ competitiveness, but it also makes companies more vulnerable to risk events. READ MORE