Essays about: "The “5S” Philosophy"

Found 5 essays containing the words The “5S” Philosophy.

  1. 1. Layout Redesign and Automation for a Lean Packing Process in a Distribution Center

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Hanna Åberg; [2019]
    Keywords : Lean warehousing; Value stream mapping; Packing process; Packing area layout; Warehouse automation; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Background: Warehouses serve an important role in many supply chains as they can affect business competitiveness in terms of both costs and customer service. However, the cost of operating a warehouse is often high due to the presence of many non-value adding activities. READ MORE

  3. 2. Lean i ett medelstort livsmedelsföretag för produktionseffektivisering : hur kan Lean implementeras i ett medelstort livsmedelsföretag med syftet att skapa långsiktiga effektivitetsvinster?

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

    Author : Linus Christensson; [2017]
    Keywords : lean lantbruk; ledarskap; produktionseffektivisering; lean production; effektivitetsvinster;

    Abstract : Lean Produktion är resultatet av den arbetsfilosofi som familjen Toyoda under 1800-talet tillämpade inom sina vävstolsfabriker och som sedan vidareutvecklades inom industrin och tjänstesektorn. Under 1940-talet grundades bilmärket Toyota, filosofin togs med in i bilindustrin och blev senare hyllat av hela världen. READ MORE

  4. 3. Improving Supply Chain Efficiency in-store with a Lean Approach; A case study of Intersport Sweden AB

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Robert Carlsson; Adam Gräsberg; [2016-09-27]
    Keywords : Lean; Lean retail; in-store; in-store logistics; in-store supply chain; retail efficiency;

    Abstract : With improved transportation and a more open market, supply chain management has evolved into becoming increasingly complex, resulting in longer supply chains and a need for operational excellence to stay competitive. Within the sector of retail this is further complicated by the demand for shorter product lifecycles and new products on a frequent basis to meet customer expectations. READ MORE

  5. 4. A Framework for Designing a Lean Production System for SMEs, which eases the certification of ISO 9001 & 14001 : A Case Study: CombiQ AB

    University essay from JTH, Industriell organisation och produktion

    Author : Raul Padilla; Talat Pekmezci; [2011]
    Keywords : Production System Design; Lean Thinking; ISO 9001; ISO 14001; 5S; Kaizen; Production Planning; CombiQ AB; SMEs;

    Abstract : In order to survive in highly competitive local and global markets, it is vital to satisfy the changing demand of the customers. Thus, the importance of competitive factors arises. The companies should provide sufficient amount of products or services on time with the most advantageous prices and best possible quality. READ MORE

  6. 5. Prerequisites for a Successful Implementation of Visual Communication in a Production Environment : -A Case Study at a global industrial company in Sweden

    University essay from Institutionen för teknik och byggd miljö

    Author : Louise Rönnqvist; [2009]
    Keywords : Lean production; lean implementation; visualization; visual communication; official communication channels; process orientation; change management; 5S;

    Abstract : Visualization is a lean tool and in order to strive to become a lean company applying the lean philosophy in all these parts of the organization is necessary. A company that does not understand the philosophy and culture behind lean production, even though applying lean tools, is not a lean business and has a long way to production excellence. READ MORE