Breaking the cost barrier : a proven approach to managing and implementing lean manufacturing / Stephen A. Ruffa, Michael J. Perozziello
Imprint
New York : Wiley, c2000
Descript
viii, 273 p
CONTENT
An opportunity for advancement -- The evolution of manufacturing in the aircraft industry -- A study in manufacturing affordability -- The principle of variation management -- Production and inventory control: the cornerstone enablers -- The impact of production flow and quality enhancements -- Improved supplier responsiveness -- The role of product design -- The culture of manufacturing -- Changing the paradigm