Essays about: "lead-time reduction"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 49 essays containing the words lead-time reduction.

  1. 16. Improvement areas for packaging and logistics: a study of long shelf-life products in Danone Nutricia

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

    Author : Zhuxuezi Zhao; [2018]
    Keywords : long shelf-life; aseptic; supply chain; packaging system; logistics; advanced medical nutrition products; Technology and Engineering; Agriculture and Food Sciences;

    Abstract : This thesis aims at defining the improvement areas for packaging and logistics of a long shelf-life Danone Nutricia aseptic product. By literature research and interview, the author is able to build a product mapping protocol to define the sensitive components requiring particular concerns on packaging and logistics. READ MORE

  3. 17. Evaluation of strategic stockpoints for UNFPA using a facility location mode

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Erik Hansson; Dayanand Sagar; [2018]
    Keywords : Humanitarian Logistics; Facility Location; UNFPA; Perishable Commodities; Pre-positioning; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Distribution and warehousing networks of Humanitarian Organizations has proven to be an area where cost reductions and shortened lead times can be achieved. Humanitarian organizations have also started pre-positioning goods in anticipation of disasters as a way to improve their disaster preparedness. READ MORE

  4. 18. Evaluation of logistics suppliers for the distribution of spare parts : a study at Braathens Regional Airlines

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Logistik- och kvalitetsutveckling

    Author : Elena Tronje; Taotao Gan; [2018]
    Keywords : Supplier Evaluation; TPL; Third Party Logistics; Supply Base Reduction; Spare Parts; Aviation Industry;

    Abstract : Braathens Regional Airlines is a result of a merger between multiple smaller, domestic airlines. As a result, the company has a large supply base for logistics services. This has lead to difficulties following up the operation and a complex supply structure. READ MORE

  5. 19. Optimizing the process flow in heat treatment plant through value stream mapping via simulation : A case study at Volvo Group Trucks Operations

    University essay from Mälardalens högskola/Akademin för innovation, design och teknik

    Author : Pratikchandra Vasava; [2017]
    Keywords : OEE; Multiproduct manufacturing; Value stream mapping; Flexible manufacturing system; reduce flow time; material flow mapping; Process flow; lean manufacturing.;

    Abstract : Manufacturing companies deal with inefficiencies in production processes. To optimize the process is one solution to the problem. In the thesis it is shown how the optimization of process flow is done in order to increase the efficiency of production processes in furnaces of heat treatment plants. READ MORE

  6. 20. A case study of how innovative companies manage and balance continuous innovation and continuous improvement in Sweden

    University essay from Mittuniversitetet/Avdelningen för kvalitetsteknik, maskinteknik och matematik

    Author : Jennie Näslund; [2016]
    Keywords : Total Quality Management; continuous improvement; continuous innovation; innovation management and company culture;

    Abstract : Background and problem Previously, management has focused on cost, lead time reduction and quality improvement for competiveness in the market. However, most researchers agree that in today´s highly competitive business environment quality is a necessity but not sufficient. READ MORE