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Mathematical modeling to standardize times in assembly processes : application to four case studies

Colina, Eliezer; Peña, Mario; Morocho, Villie; … - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 14 (2021) 2, pp. 294-310

Purpose: This paper proposes model-based standard times estimates, using multiple linear regression, nonlinear optimization, and fuzzy systems in four real cases assembly lines. The work includes a description of the models and a comparison of their performance with values obtained using the...

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Exploring the impact of Lean Manufacturing on flexibility in SMEs

Lucherini, Franco; Rapaccini, Mario - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 10 (2017) 5, pp. 919-945

Purpose: This paper describes the use of simulation and case-study research to assess flexibility gains induced by the …, Just-in-Time Delivery by Suppliers, and Single Minute Exchange of Dies. Findings: To investigate the flexibility … performed our analysis. We quantify the flexibility of different configurations according to the new 5-step approach in order to …

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Integrated production planning and control : a multi-objective optimization model

Wang, Cheng; Liu, Xiao-Bing - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 6 (2013) 4, pp. 815-830

Purpose: Production planning and control has crucial impact on the production and business activities of enterprise. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is the most popular resources planning and management system, however there are some shortcomings and deficiencies in the production planning...

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A train dispatching model based on fuzzy passenger demand forecasting during holidays

Dou, Fei; Xu, Jie; Wang, Li; Jia, Limin - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 6 (2013) 1, pp. 320-335

Purpose: The train dispatching is a crucial issue in the train operation adjustment when passenger flow outbursts. During holidays, the train dispatching is to meet passenger demand to the greatest extent, and ensure safety, speediness and punctuality of the train operation. In this paper, a...

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IT integration, operations flexibility and performance: an empirical study

Caracuel Martínez, María Esther; Arias-Aranda, Daniel; … - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 9 (2016) 3, pp. 684-707

Purpose: This study examines the relationship between IT implementation and performance with manufacturing flexibility … implementation on operations performance with 4 out of 6 flexibility dimensions (Machine, Labour, Material handling and Volume). Mix … and Routing flexibility dimensions show no significant impact on firm performance. Research limitations/implications: It …

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Implementation of business process reengineering (BPR) : case study of official trip procedures in higher education institutions

Pasaribu, Rina Djunita; Anggadwita, Grisna; Hendayani, Ratih - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 14 (2021) 3, pp. 622-644

Purpose: Official trip is one of the common business processes carried out by every organization, including educational institutions. However, in its implementation, there are various kinds of obstacles that have an impact on the lack of effectiveness and efficiency of the system, in terms of...

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Implementation of Lean Six Sigma for production process optimization in a paper production company

Adeodu, Adefemi; Kanakana-Katumba, Mukondeleli Grace; … - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 14 (2021) 3, pp. 661-680

Purpose: This study aimed at implementing lean six sigma to evaluate the productivity and manufacturing waste in the production line of a paper company Methodology/Approach: The study is a case study in nature. The method illustrates how lean six sigma (LSS) is used to evaluate the existing...

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Development of an operational excellence framework for organisational performance improvement in the Sudanese aviation industry

Mohamed Ibrahim Osman; Roslina Mohammad; Shari Mohd Yusof; … - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 14 (2021) 4, pp. 681-700

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the Critical Success Factors (CSFs) for successful implementation of Operational Excellence (OE) by the organisations in the Sudanese aviation industry, as well as to determine the resulted impacts in the improved organisational performance...

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An agile standardized work procedure for cleaning the operating room

Claudio, David; Cosgriff, Virginia; Nino, Valentina; … - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 14 (2021) 4, pp. 701-717

flexibility accounts for the number of people who are to complete the procedure and considers that some of them are only available …

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Critical incidents of outsourcing processes in pharmaceutical supply chain : a mixed-methods approach

Marinkovic, Valentina; Heine, Ina; Georgiev, Andrijana … - In: Journal of industrial engineering and management : JIEM 13 (2020) 3, pp. 495-513

Purpose: In this paper, a practical framework is presented for the successful integration of buyers and contract organizations based on the Critical Incident Technique (CIT). Methodology: The initial pool of situations was developed inductively according to qualitative data provided by ten...

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