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Inter-company collaboration within a large lean supply chain initiative
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
Cisco and its four contract manufacturing partners are collaborating to implement a lean replenishment methodology across their supply chain. The new system is expected to result in minimized inventory exposure, increased ...
A framework for developing, manufacturing, and sourcing trucks & equipment in a global fluid management industry
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
Selecting and executing the optimal strategy for developing new products is a non trivial task, especially for low volume, high complexity products in a highly volatile global industry such as Fluid Management. At Fluid ...
The role of flexibility in Configure-to-order manufacturing : a framework for managing variation
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
In this paper we examine a challenge that many companies are facing: how to respond to increased variation within their manufacturing operations. I posit that the challenges posed here are addressable with tools managers ...
Identifying system-wide contact center cost reduction opportunities through lean, customer-focused IT metrics
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
Dell's long-term success depends on its customers' future buying patterns. These patterns are largely determined by customers' satisfaction with the after-sales service they receive. Previously, Dell has been able to deliver ...
Evolving a global armaments logistics strategy
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)
Few companies globally source and manage commercial transportation for frequent and high volumes of explosive cargo for the U. S. Department of Defense. U.S. regulations are strict and economically competitive options are ...