Essays about: "research papers in inventory system"

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1. 1. Comparing single- and multi-echelon methods for inventory control of spare parts at Volvo

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

   Author : Alexander Larsson; Jakob Bengtsson; [2022]
   Keywords : Single-echelon; Multi-echelon; Spare parts; Inventory Control; Supply Chain Management; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Title: Comparing single- and multi-echelon methods for inventory control of spare parts at Volvo Authors: Jakob Bengtsson & Alexander Larsson Supervisors: Johan Marklund, Lund University | Christian Beckers & Johan Lid- vall, Volvo Background: Spare parts logistics is an area particularly concerned with challenges related to inventory control. The parts are vital to secure the functionality of critical equipment and the management of its supply chain tends to be complex. READ MORE

3. 2. Streamlining the Ordering Process: A Case Study of Alfa Laval

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Sebastian Åsberg; Gustav Sjöblom; [2021]
   Keywords : Ordering Process; Item Classification; Inventory Management; Alfa Laval; JEEVES; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Background One of Alfa Laval’s factories in Lund, LA, has noticed that up to 50% of all order proposals suggested by their ERP system JEEVES is considered to be irrelevant and are subsequently disregarded by the purchasers. Consequently, many purchasers disregard the parameters in JEEVES that control what proposals get suggested and instead order on “gut-feeling” and personal experience. READ MORE

4. 3. Improving Materials Supply Processes to Assembly Lines Through Toyota Production System and Lean Manufacturing

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för teknisk ekonomi och logistik

   Author : Patrik Östlund; [2020]
   Keywords : Lean manufacturing; Toyota production system; Operations management; Flow efficiency; Continuous improvements; Setup time reduction; Kanban system; Constructive research approach; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Purpose – TePe Munhygienprodukter AB (TePe) is moving the production facility designated their toothbrushes as part of their expansion phase. Not only do they face challenges due to a two-floor production, but also do they face efficiency and safety challenges in their materials flow. READ MORE

5. 4. Forming an Inventory Control Policy in a Stochastic Environment: A Case Study at Sandvik Crushing and Screening

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

   Author : Anders Mattisson; David Alsmarker; [2018]
   Keywords : Inventory Control; Stochastic Lead Time; Stochastic Demand; Input Analysis; Optimization; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Background: For most companies that handle large material flows there are buffers between different stages in the supply chain, often referred to as inventory. The main reasons for having these inventories are to achieve economies of scale when handling material flows and to buffer against uncertainties when matching demand and supply. READ MORE

6. 5. Practical Implementation of Lean at Small and Young Companies

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Industriell Produktion

   Author : Fredrik Hasselgren; [2018]
   Keywords : “Lean SME”; “Lean Small Company”; “Lean Manufacturing”; “Practical Lean Implementation”; “Lean Young Company”; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Introduction: This thesis aims to investigate how a small and young company can implement the management philosophy Lean. The thesis is designed as a literature study with two objectives. The first objective is to identify what Lean is and what its underlying tools, methods and principles are. READ MORE