วันอังคารที่ 31 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

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Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment - How to Create a Supply Chain Advantage


  • Publisher: AMACOM; 1st edition (May 9, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 081447182X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0814471821
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.4 x 1.5 inches

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The process known as Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) is supply chain management taken to the extreme. The first book to document this cutting-edge technique that's been adapted by companies like Wal-Mart, Pillsbury, and Procter and Gamble, Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment collects case studies and contributions by the foremost experts in the field to give readers an insightful introduction to this revolutionary new supply chain method. 

The CPFR technique involves supply chain members sharing information in real time over the Internet, enhancing the collaborative dialogue between retailers and vendors. The process allows long- and short-term planning to happen instantaneously, as information is shared regarding forecasts, shipping and production, point-of-sale data, and order generation. Based on groundbreaking research done at Harvard Business School, this book shows anyone involved in long-term strategic planning how CPFR can be implemented -- quickly, successfully, and in almost any setting.

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"The process known as Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) is supply chain management taken to the extreme. The first book to document this cutting-edge technique that’s been adapted by companies like Wal-Mart, Pillsbury, and Procter and Gamble, Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment collects case studies and contributions by the foremost experts in the field to give readers an insightful introduction to this revolutionary new supply chain method.


The CPFR technique involves supply chain members sharing information in real time over the Internet, enhancing the collaborative dialogue between retailers and vendors. The process allows long- and short-term planning to happen instantaneously, as information is shared regarding forecasts, shipping and production, point-of-sale data, and order generation. Based on groundbreaking research done at Harvard Business School, this book shows anyone involved in long-term strategic planning how CPFR can be implemented -- quickly, successfully, and in almost any setting."

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วันจันทร์ที่ 30 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Introduction to Logistics Systems Planning and Control


Wiley | 2004-01-26 | ISBN: 0470849177 | 360 pages | PDF | 2,1 MB


This book uniquely:
* Presents a balanced treatment of quantitative methods for logistics systems planning, organization and control.
* Each topic is illustrated with real examples.
* Each chapter features an annotated bibliography of key references.
* Features a number of case studies that show how the methods can be applied to complex logistics problems.
* Assumes only a basic knowledge of operations research.
A unique, leading edge title for researchers, practitioners, and students of logistics and supply chain management, in both academia; engineering, computer science, management science, undergraduate, graduate students and industry professionals.
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วันจันทร์ที่ 23 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Improving Inventory Record Accuracy


Improving Inventory Record Accuracy: 
Getting your stock information right by Tony Wild (Author)
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann (October 1, 2004) |
ISBN-10: 0750659009 | PDF | 1,5 Mb | 144 pages

Record accuracy has become the focus of attention for many businesses because customers have higher expectations of the right item being delivered on time, and competitive pressures do not allow for extra stockholding. Businesses now have the opportunity to become much more effective given the correct information, the development of better communication and integration of systems. For inventory management, the pressure for most companies is to become more efficient and hold less inventory.

The accuracy of data has gradually been emerging in importance. The systems only work if the data is correct and with the introduction of integrated data, there are wide ranging repercussions for businesses that draw conclusions and make decisions based on inaccurate records.

Where there is a lot of data, there is the opportunity for many and large errors. This is often the case with inventory: many items, large varieties of different items, and fast changing inventory. Measuring how much there is becomes a challenge in many businesses such as consumer retailing and manufacturing processes where inventory changes so rapidly. With large warehouses there is also the risk of inaccurate recording so that items are not there or not in the right place.

Improving Inventory Record Accuracy initially discusses how to quantify the problem, set sensible targets for improvement and how to make the case for doing something to improve accuracy. The book then discusses why inventory records do go wrong and how to rectify the major causes of error. Finally the book illustrates the techniques with which everyone can make their records very accurate.

This is a practical book that solves a practical problem and shows the ways to improve record accuracy. Tony Wild has amassed many techniques over the years, has tried them out in practice and he presents them here in an accessible style for professional managers in logistics and stock control, retail/wholesale distribution. The book is also intended for use by students on Institute of Operations Management Certificate, DPIM, CPIM and DLM courses.

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วันอาทิตย์ที่ 22 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Introduction to Logistics Engineering


  • Hardcover: 320 pages
  • Publisher: CRC Press; 1 edition (December 3, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1420088513
  • ISBN-13: 978-1420088519

Book Summary of Introduction To Logistics Engineering

Core Principles for Engineering Success with Logistics In spite of the growing recognition of logistics as a necessary condition for business success, there is a lack of introductory literature covering the field's technical aspects. Inspired by the bestselling "Logistics Engineering Handbook," this fundamental text provides an accessible point of entry into this critical discipline.
The author introduces topics, such facility layout and location, from a historical and economic viewpoint. His unique engineering-oriented approach focuses on material movement problems, introducing solution tools and metrics. Each chapter includes either a brief case study of an industrially motivated problem or a tutorial using fabricated data designed to highlight important issues. The book delves into activities that commonly fill the workday of logisticians, including inventory control, material handling systems, warehousing, distribution center, and transportation design. The book closes with an excellent chapter on logistics as an integrating systems function.
Written by leading experts in the field, this comprehensive, but brief, reference provides a solid foundation in the core principles of logistics engineering.

In spite its importance, logistics engineering often lags industry requirements, especially in terms of engineering-based needs. Filling the gap between education and practice, this brief but comprehensive volume covers the most basic material in the field of logistics engineering, making is suitable for those who require an overview of the topic. The book discusses logistics from historical and economic perspectives, covers the basic tools required for the study and practice of logistics, and reviews the metrics that can be used to evaluate progress. It then delves into activities that commonly fill the workdays of logisticians. The book closes with an excellent chapter on logistics as an integrating systems function.

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วันศุกร์ที่ 20 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

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Encyclopedia of Business and Finance - by Burton S. Kaliski


  • Hardcover: 900 pages
  • Publisher: MacMillan Reference Books (November 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0028650654
  • ISBN-13: 978-0028650654
  • Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.6 x 2.9 inches 
This review is from: Encyclopedia of Business and Finance (Hardcover)
If you're looking for a basic primer not much beyond secondary school level (high school) then the "Encyclopaedia of Busine$$ and Finance" is recommended, however, if you are looking for something to help you in business or finance or the university level then you may well be disappointed. The entries are overly simplistic (sometimes painfully so - there is a section dedicated to telephone courtesy under "Telephone Skills").

For more complex topics there are very few formulas given throughout the book, especially when needed. Case in point; here is the entire entry for Net Present Value:

"Net present value (NPV). A capital investment's net present value (NPV) is the amount of value the company expects the investment to create. The NPV equals the sum of the present values of all of the money expected back from the investment minus the investment's cost."

Also a lack of focus, by contrast to the above entry on NPV, there are three and a half pages dedicated to video conferencing, including a "KEY TO SUCCESSFUL VIDEOCONFERENCING" (sic) section, and references to George Jetson (I'm not joking). Also there are numerous references to very specific to the US such as the "The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990", but no entry, for example, on the Yen or even any mention of 'Fannie Mae', or for that matter Michael Porter's five forces. To its credit, the book is comprehensive, but not on the accepted standards of business or finance, but rather the ins and outs of office work.

I'm sorry to say that this book is designed for school students. The fact that Business is spelt "BUSINE$$" on the front cover should be a dead give-away. A worthy gift to a fourteen year old student, but would be of little use to anyone older or more serious.

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วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 19 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Electric Power Distribution Handbook


  • Hardcover: 784 pages
  • Publisher: CRC Press; 1 edition (Sep 15 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0849317916
  • ISBN-13: 978-0849317910

Review

[A] comprehensive source for information about the components that make up our current distribution system. … The book is a thorough look at power distribution systems. It is written in a clear and easily understood manner.
- E-Streams, Vol. 7, No. 9, Sept. 2004

The book is very readable for a practicing engineer. Basic theory and fundamental equations are presented along with hundreds of tables, graphs, figures, and excellent written descriptions, which make the book very easy to read and understand. The comprehensive collection of many hard-to-find tables and graphs also makes this book a worthwhile investment. … This handbook is highly recommended for power engineers working on distribution systems or those who want to learn more about the modern power distribution system.
- IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine, Jan/Feb 2005, Vol. 21, No. 1

CRC Press has delivered another excellent, applications-rich work for practicing engineers or professionals-in-training. Short addresses all major problems in distribution system design and operation, clearly describing the fundamental physical issues involved and providing proven, best-practice engineering tools to analyze and solve the problems. He provides ample, practical, and unambiguous illustrations, field data, and analytical formulae well-adapted for use by the practicing engineer. The book offers in-depth coverage of the very latest information and proven remedies of increasingly problematic distribution networks power quality and reliability issues, … An excellent resource … Summing Up: Essential.
- CHOICE, April 2004

A welcome addition to any technical library for practicing distribution engineers…The fabric of the work includes a rich assortment of research contributed by many individuals...There is also a lot of hard-to-find information included…The book includes an extensive amount of figures and photos that really add clarity, complement the text, and better orient the reader to the particular topic.
- IEEE Power and Energy Magazine, July/August 2005

Product Description

Of the ...big three... components of the electricity infrastructure, distribution typically gets the least attention, and no thorough, up-to-date treatment of the subject has been published in years. Filling that void, the Electric Power Distribution Handbook provides comprehensive information on the electrical aspects of power distribution systems. It is an unparalleled source for the background information, hard-to-find tables, graphs, methods, and statistics that power engineers need, and includes tips and solutions for problem solving and improving performance. In short, this handbook gives readers the tools they need to understand the science and practices of distribution systems.

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วันพุธที่ 18 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Dynamic Modelling for Supply Chain Management


Dealing with Front-end, Back-end and Integration Issues
Crespo Márquez, Adolfo
1st Edition., 2010, XVIII, 297 p. 109 illus., Hardcover
ISBN: 978-1-84882-680-9

An effective supply chain results in a clear competitive advantage for the production system as a whole, but supply chain management is a collaborative effort that requires the efforts of disparate groups of people and a wide range of expertise. Dynamic Modelling for Supply Chain Management discusses how to streamline complex supply chain management by making the most of the growing number of tools available.

The reader is introduced to the basic foundations from which to develop intelligent management strategies, as the book characterises the process and framework of modern supply chain management. The author reviews supply chain management concepts and singles out important factors in the management of modern complex production systems. Particular attention is paid to modern simulation modelling tools that can be used to support supply chain planning and control.

Coverage of the main problems related to supply chain management is organised into three different groups: front-end, back-end and integration issues. Traditionally, supply chain management focused on logistics but, in recent years, understanding and responding to customers’ needs have become much more critical. The book explores the operational and financial impacts of various potential problems, offering a compilation of practical models to help identify solutions.

A useful reference on supply chain management, Dynamic Modelling for Supply Chain Management will benefit engineers and professionals working in a variety of areas, from supply chain management to product engineering. All the topics covered are illustrated with case studies drawn from several different sectors.
Content Level » Research
 
Keywords » Collaboration in Supply Chains - Internet and Supply Chains - Supply Chain Integration - Supply Chain Management - Supply Chain Modeling - Supply Chain Planning
 
Related subjects » Information Systems and Applications - Production & Logistics - Production & Process Engineering

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วันอังคารที่ 17 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Development and Implementation of RFID Technology



Development and Implementation of RFID Technology 
by Cristina Turcu
Publisher: Sciyo.com 2009
ISBN-13: 9783902613547
Number of pages: 564
Description:
The book generously covers a wide range of aspects and issues related to RFID systems, namely the design of RFID antennas, RFID readers and the variety of tags (e.g. UHF tags for sensing applications, surface acoustic wave RFID tags, smart RFID tags), complex RFID systems, security and privacy issues in RFID applications, as well as the selection of encryption algorithms.


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วันจันทร์ที่ 16 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Supply Chain Project Management (2009)


ISBN:  9781420083927
ISBN 10:  1420083929
Publication Date:  October 14, 2009
Number of Pages:  430 
     






Features
  • Supplies a guide on implementing changes in a supply chain, from changes in strategy to methods to bring about cost reduction
  • Provides a communication tool for directing change in a firm
  • Highlights examples of how collaboration can reduce material and process costs
  • Explains how to reduce and mange risk when changes are being made in a supply chain.
  • Incorporates the best practices of successful supply chain managers and project managers

Summary
Improving supply chain efficiency, especially in an unsettled business climate, requires that managers go beyond doing business as usual. They must apply inspiration and perspiration in a structured, collaborative, and measurable approach that blends project management with supply chain management knowledge and practice.
Supply Chain Project Management, Second Edition offers the supply chain practitioners and project managers of today with a fully updated guide for implementing strategic supply chain improvements. It covers how to implement project management best practices in ways that will encourage continual improvement of the supply chain. Focusing on improving competitiveness, the book describes the benefit of applying proven project management skills to improve collaboration and communication among one’s own company and its suppliers and customers. It explains how to achieve company-wide agreement for developing and directing strategies that will lower risk in undertaking difficult supply chain change.
Exceptionally well-organized to provide quick reference, as well as in-depth background where needed, this comprehensive work:
  • Covers SCM execution and the foundation concepts relevant to the current international business climate, describing the challenges managers face and the skills needed to deal with ongoing change
  • Explores the ways supply chain and supply chain management might be defined, offering multiple viewpoints and definitions from supply chain and project management perspectives
  • Details effective SCM project processes, offering the tools and project templates needed to implement change
A highly respected authority on supply chain implementation and management, James Ayers is a member of the Project Management Institute and the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals. Offering a unique perspective, augmented by anecdotes garnered from his years of experience, this book goes beyond conventional tools and methods to help managers tap the creative inspiration needed to distinguish their organization in these highly fluid and competitive times.

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วันอาทิตย์ที่ 15 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Advanced Manufacturing and Sustainable Logistics


Advanced Manufacturing and Sustainable Logistics 
By Wilhelm Dangelmaier, Alexander Blecken, Robin Delius, Stefan Kl?pfer
Publisher:Springer 2010|444 Pages|ISBN:3642124615|File type: PDF|8 mb


This book constitutes the proceedings of the 8th International Heinz Nixdorf Symposium, IHNS 2010, held in Paderborn, Germany, during April 21-22, 2010, under the title Changing Paradigms: Advanced Manufacturing and Sustainable Logistics.The 27 full and two short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 63 submissions. They are grouped in five parts on Supply Chain Management, Production Logistics and Industrial Engineering, Operations Research Techniques, Humanitarian Logistics, and Simulation. The presentation is completed by nine invited key notes from renowned international experts in these fields.

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วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 12 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553

A Guide to Lean Six Sigma Management Skills




Features





  • Demonstrates that Lean Six Sigma principles can be applied to business functions of manufacturing








  • Compares and contrasts traditional management styles and methods with Lean Six Sigma management styles








  • Shows how organizations can use Lean Six Sigma to constantly review all internal processes








  • Reveals how Lean Six Sigma can be used to continuously improve working conditions








  • Includes case studies that show how Lean Six Sigma management skills can build peak performance within working teams








  • Summary
    In summary, the purpose of Six Sigma management is to “promote joy in work” for all employees so that they have the energy to participate in the improvement and innovation projects identified from the organizational dashboard! 
    Howard S Gitlow
    Authored by Dr, Howard Gitlow, one of the most respected Six Sigma Master Black Belts, this well-organized volume demonstrates the implementation of quality improvements into the all areas of the workplace from the shop floor through a company’s executive offices. Illustrating his points with a number of case studies, the book provides a compelling argument as to why Six Sigma should be the preferred approach. It also explains how to build an organization that both encourages and values the input of quality teams, and details the steps they must take to implement and maintain lean initiatives.
    Dr. Howard S. Gitlow is Executive Director of the Institute for the Study of Quality, Director of the Master of Science degree in Management Science, and a Professor of Management Science, School of Business Administration, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida. He was a Visiting Professor at the Stern School of Business at New York University in 2007, and a Visiting Professor at the Science University of Tokyo in 1990 where he studied with Dr. Noriaki Kano. He received his Ph.D. in Statistics (1974), M.B.A. (1972), and B.S. in Statistics (1969) from New York University. His areas of specialization are Six Sigma Management, Dr. Deming’s theory of management, Japanese Total Quality Control, and statistical quality control. Dr. Gitlow has consulted and co-taught courses with Dr. W. Edwards Deming and Dr. Noriaki Kano (Science University of Tokyo). 
    Dr. Gitlow is a Six Sigma Master Black Belt, a Fellow of the American Society for Quality, and a member of the American Statistical Association. He has served on the editorial boards of four journals. His list of consulting clients includes universities, consulting firms, city governments, healthcare organizations, insurance companies, utilities, manufacturing organizations, and service organizations. Dr. Gitlow has testified in 24 legal cases involving the following issues: critiquing and developing sampling plans, discrimination (age, race, gender, country of origin, and ethnicity), anti-trust, game fixing, jury selection, and cost/benefit analysis.



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