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How to Calculate Manufacturing Cycle Time (Formula Included)

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Finally, we show how project management software can help with manufacturing. People may confuse cycle time with takt time and lead time, which we’ll define and differentiate a bit later, but all are key metrics in manufacturing, especially lean manufacturing. What Is Cycle Time In Manufacturing?

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Six Sigma: A Simple Guide for Project Managers

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There has been some backlash against Six Sigma over the recent years, some of which is warranted and will be discussed, but overall the process proves a valuable tool in reducing defects in product manufacturing, especially when paired with Agile thinking, lean manufacturing and capable project management tools. Lean Six Sigma.

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Exploring Lean Manufacturing: Principles and Benefits

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Lean Manufacturing is a methodology that aims to streamline business operations and eliminate waste in order to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity. In this article, we will dive deep into the principles, benefits, and challenges of implementing Lean Manufacturing.

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The Perfect Storm for The Project Economy

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Eric Ries documented his lean startup methodology in 2008 as a way for organizations to adapt and experiment with new ideas and perform market tests. The housing may happen organically, but the infrastructure for transportation, power, water and hospitals all need projects to make them happen. billion people online.

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Operations vs. Strategy: Balancing Execution and Planning in Business

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This includes managing inventory levels, transportation, and distribution. This requires ongoing analysis and evaluation of the business environment, as well as a willingness to take risks and innovate. This balance also fosters innovation and adaptability, allowing the company to respond to changing market conditions.

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Understanding Kaizen: A Comprehensive Definition

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Kaizen aims to identify and eliminate waste in all its forms, including overproduction, defects, waiting times, excessive inventory, unnecessary transportation, and unnecessary motion. Adopt lean manufacturing practices for optimal resource utilization and enhanced operational efficiency.

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Where Did All the Project Managers Go?

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Software is eating the world ” claimed venture capitalist, Marc Andreessen in his 2011, New York Times article. Software is becoming omnipresent, it is embedded and integral to all industries. When organizations become more software-driven their systems are never “done”. Well, that’s where things get interesting.