The quantum leap : next generation : the manufacturing strategy for business /

Main Author: Gilliam, Dean, 1953-
Other Authors: Taylor-Jones, Steve.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boca Raton, Fla. : [Englewood, Colo.] : J. Ross Pub. ; JCIT International, ©2005.
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Online Access:http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=158365
Table of Contents:
  • A global perspective
  • Strategy and technology for world-class success
  • Flow technology for world-class manufacturing
  • Customer responsiveness and linear planning
  • Kanban pull and backflush techniques
  • Group technology and machine cells
  • Product design for demand flow manufacturing
  • DFT procurement forecasting and quality source management
  • Total employee involvement
  • Total quality control
  • Demand flow
  • Achieving a commitment to world-class excellence
  • The role of information systems in DFT
  • Embracing the strategy and implementing the technology.