Essays about: "Lean Six Sigma"

Showing result 26 - 30 of 40 essays containing the words Lean Six Sigma.

1. 26. Lean cell implementation in high mix, low volume manufacturing

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

   Author : Björn Ljunggren; [2013]
   Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : This thesis was conducted at Enics manufacturing unit in Västerås. This site employs 360 people out of a total of 2400 globally. The site produces electronics and is specialised toward low volumes and spare parts. The site has problems with high inventory levels, long lead times and less than preferred service level towards customers. READ MORE

3. 27. 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. 28. Quality in the Emergency Department

   University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Sektionen för management

   Author : Arpegård Johannes; Lindh Daniel; [2013]
   Keywords : Change management; Quality Parameters; LEAN; Emergency care ;

   Abstract : How are the quality outcomes of implementing change management theories in the emergency department measured? Lean and similar change management-theories such as TQM or Six Sigma have rendered a lot of at-tention in the Swedish healthcare business over the past ten years. According to an article in Läkar-tidningen, the Swedish medical association´s official journal, nine out of ten Swedish hospitals have implemented Lean or some other form of change management theory (Weimarsson 2011). READ MORE

5. 29. A MODEL FOR HOW TO DECREASE VARIATION IN A PRODUCTION PROCESS - A CASE STUDY

   University essay from Institutionen för teknik, TEK

   Author : Tony Sörensen; Niclas Freijd; [2012]
   Keywords : six sigma; Lean; improvement;

   Abstract : The purpose of this bachelor thesis is to develop a generic model to be applied on to a Swedish company. In order to reduce variations in quality, production time and work routines.  The study starts by investigation of the relevance of this thesis and continues with providing relevant theories on the subject. READ MORE

6. 30. Service quality in healthcare: quality improvement initiatives through the prism of patients’ and providers’ perspectives

   University essay from Handelshögskolan vid Umeå universitet

   Author : Anna Globenko; Zinaida Sianova; [2012]
   Keywords : Service quality; healthcare service quality; perceptions of quality; patients and healthcare service providers; efficient quality management; TQM; Lean; Six Sigma;

   Abstract : Efficient functioning of service providing organizations highly depends on quality of their services as it contributes to companies’ competitiveness and customers’ satisfaction (Gill, 2009, p. 533). Thus, quality management should be an integral part of service organizations’ performance. READ MORE