Browsing Lean Advancement Initiative (LAI) by Title
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New Methods for Architecture Selection and Conceptual Design: Space Systems, Policy, and Architecture Research Consortium (SSPARC) Program Overview
(2002-03-27)Presentation on SSPARC program -
A Next Generation Launch Capacity Model for the U.S. Eastern Range
(2000-05-02)2nd NRO/AIAA Workshop on Space Launch Integration presentation -
Next Generation Travel System
(2010-01)Student research poster, Leaders for Global Operations (LGO) -
Non-Intrusive System Level Fault-Tolerance
(2005-06-20)High-integrity embedded systems operate in multiple modes, in order to ensure system availability in the face of faults. Unanticipated state-dependent faults that remain in software after system design and development ... -
Offsets and the aerospace industry
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1998) -
On developing business architectures : a multi-framework evaluation of an early-stage enterprise
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2010)Early-stage enterprises are characterized by leveraging limited resources during periods of accelerating industry growth and relatively high uncertainty. This thesis is an examination of an early-stage enterprise within ... -
On the Use of Architectural Products for Cost Estimation
(2006-04-07)The Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) provides a standard set of views that illustrate specific attributes of a system. These views give different levels of detail and purpose that allow engineers to ... -
On-orbit serviceability of space system architectures
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006)On-orbit servicing is the process of improving a space-based capability through a combination of in-orbit activities which may include inspection; rendezvous and docking; and value-added modifications to a satellite's ... -
Open book management goes beyond the bottom line
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1997) -
Operational Flexibility in Complex Enterprises: Case Studies from Recent Military Operations
(2009)Student research poster -
Operational flexibility on complex enterprises : case studies from recent military operations
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009)An emerging requirement for 21st century enterprises is operational flexibility, a requirement particularly important for the U. S. Department of Defense (DoD). To achieve flexibility, most practice and research emphasizes ... -
Opportunities for Lean Thinking in Aircraft Flight Testing & Evaluation
(2002-01-31)LAI Joint Workshop “Value Creation Through Integration” -
Opportunities for lean thinking in aircraft flight testing and evaluation
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2002)The application of Lean principles and practices has been shown to help aerospace companies reduce waste and maximize value to help meet the changing demands of the market. The most visible area of influence has been ... -
Optimization of SKU creation process and adherence improvement through use of workflow management
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2012)Over the past several years and into the foreseeable future, Amgen has been experiencing substantial SKU/DFU proliferation. Formerly, Amgen focused primarily on the North American and other developed markets (low to medium ... -
Optimizing Optimism in Systems Engineers
(2009-11-18)Biases continue to be an important aspect of human judgment and decision making because they often occur subconsciously and can frequently lead to unfavorable outcomes. Optimism bias is one type of cognitive illusion that ... -
Optimizing the assembly sequence of an aerospace manufacturing process
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2000)The 1990's were a time of downsizing and consolidation for much of the defense aerospace industry. Many defense contractors sought to integrate lean manufacturing principles and techniques into their business, as a means ... -
Organizational assessment processes for enterprise transformation
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2010)Enterprise transformation is a dynamic process that builds upon and affects organizational processes. Organizational assessment plays critical role in planning and execution of enterprise transformation. It allows the ... -
Organizational Assessment Processes for Enterprise Transformation
(2010-12-02)LAI Webinar Knowledge Exchange Event presentation -
Organizational Assessment Processes for Lean Enterprise Transformation
(2010-03-23)Student research poster, LAI Annual Meeting, Dana Point, CA -
Organizational Assessment: An Essential Tool for Enterprise Transformation
(2010-03-23)Student research poster, LAI Annual Meeting, Dana Point, CA