Essays about: "LEAN program"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 32 essays containing the words LEAN program.

1. 21. Usage of RFID technology in the internal materialhandling process in the automotive industry

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för ekonomistyrning och logistik (ELO)

   Author : Jordy de Jong; Thorben Stracke; [2014]
   Keywords : RFID; radio frequency identification; automotive industry; barcoding; internal material handling;

   Abstract : Background: The automotive industry accounts for a large part of the European economic structure. Due to both economical and environmental impacts, the industry has undergone substantial changes and companies have to increase their efficiency to stay competitive. READ MORE

3. 22. Minimizing the risk of material shortage and waiting times via an improved order to delivery process : A study conducted within IV Produkt in Växjö

   University essay from Institutionen för ekonomistyrning och logistik (ELO)

   Author : Alexandra Dagberg; Alexander Thorén; Giovanni Tozzi; Kalin Velichkov; [2013]
   Keywords : Order to delivery process; Inventory management; Lean and Six Sigma principles; Kanban;

   Abstract : ~ 3 ~ Abstract Master Program in Business process and Supply Chain Management Degree Project in Logistics 15 hp, Course 4FE06E Authors: Alexandra Dagberg, Alexander Thorén, Giovanni Tozzi, Kalin Velichkov Tutor: Roger Stokkedal Examiner: Helena Forslund Title: “Minimizing the risk of material shortage and waiting times via an improved order to delivery process – A study conducted within IV Produkt in Växjö” Background: Inventory Management activities have gained a relevant importance over the time in reducing uncertainties at both upstream as well as downstream levels of the supply chain, allowing a smooth material flow between chain members while responsively meeting customer demand. Control activities over the inventory represent a challenged and controversial aspect for most of today’s companies, including IV Produkt. READ MORE

4. 23. Bias in Election Coverage : The Top Three Cable News Networks’ Framing of Content, and their Reporting on the 2012 United States Presidential Election

   University essay from Medier och kommunikation

   Author : Kathleen Rosell; [2013]
   Keywords : Cable News Networks; CNN; Fox News; MSNBC; Media Bias; 2012 Presidential Election; Framing Theory; Agenda-Setting; Barack Obama; Mitt Romney; Political News Coverage; Media and Politics; Talking Points; Argumentation Theory; Gatekeeping; Paul Ryan; Joe Biden; Bias Reporting;

   Abstract : News coverage of a political campaign highlights the issues that are deemed important to attract a higher rate of viewers by those who have the power of decision in the media. The host/s or moderator of the news program acts as mediators between political actors and the citizens who consume the news. READ MORE

5. 24. Analysis of material- & tied-up capital flow in Inbound

   University essay from Akademin för innovation, design och teknik

   Author : Anna Askri; [2013]
   Keywords : tied-up capital; logistics; material flow;

   Abstract : This master thesis is performed on behalf of Volvo Group Trucks Operations Logistics Services in Eskilstuna, which is also the final part of the Master in Engineering program – Innovation, production and logistics at Mälardalen University. Logistics Services central warehouse in Eskilstuna ensures that parts are available all over the world, material is transported to the production facilities, packaging is available and vehicles are distributed to the dealers. READ MORE

6. 25. Improving Project Management with Lean Thinking?

   University essay from Projekt, innovationer och entreprenörskap; Tekniska högskolan

   Author : Basit Aziz; [2012]
   Keywords : Lean; Lean Project Management; Project Productivity.;

   Abstract : In the new business economy, project management has become a central way for undertaking several of the business activities. One of the increasing and most significant concerns with projects is that, projects are behind schedule, over budget and show unsatisfactory performance in terms quality and customer satisfaction. READ MORE