Beyond Lean Simulation in Practice

Lean thinking, as well as associated processes and tools, have involved into a ubiquitous perspective for improving systems particularly in the manufacturing arena. With application experience has come an understanding of the boundaries of lean capabilities and the benefits of getting beyond these b...

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Main Author: Standridge, Charles R. (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] Grand Valley State University [2013]
Edition:Second Edition
Series:Open textbook library.
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Table of Contents:
  • Beyond Lean: Process and Principles
  • Simulation Modeling
  • Modeling Random Quantities
  • Conducting Simulation Experiments
  • The Simulation Engine
  • A Single Workstation
  • Serial Systems
  • Job Shops
  • Inventory Organization and Control
  • Inventory Control Using Kanbans
  • Cellular Manufacturing Operations
  • Flexible Manufacturing Systems
  • Automated Inventory Management
  • Transportation and Delivery
  • Integrated Supply Chains
  • Distribution Centers and Conveyors
  • Automated Guided Vehicle Systems
  • Automated Storage and Retrieval