8 types of muda (waste) in an organization

Motion – poor design can severely affect productivity as workers and machines perform unnecessary motion through driving and walking. Delay – increase in lead time as operations wait for material or as a result of line stoppages. Delays can also have a negative affect on customer service in the organization. Conveyance – caused by poor [...]

Cost cutting: Focus on long term goals

With liquidity tightening, companies are increasingly looking for ways to cut spending. In a recent survey of Fortune 1,000 companies, 80% of respondents said that they look at supply chain departments for their cost cutting initiatives.  However, cost cutting in supply chains requires the right mindset. As with any crisis, cool heads are required to [...]