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Where is PFEP in Your Operations Management System?

Plan For Every Part (PFEP): Unlocking Predictable and Efficient Supply Chains In a recent discussion, I explored the bullwhip effect and how Every Part Every Interval (EPEI) can reduce variability...

Process Optimization, Pull Systems

Understanding the bullwhip effect in supply chain

Mastering the Bullwhip Effect: A Lean Approach to Stability

Introduction: Why Supply Chain Stability Matters Supply chain instability is one of the most persistent challenges in manufacturing and distribution. Even small variations in customer demand can...

Waste Reduction, Pull Systems

FLOW when you can; PULL when you cannot flow, but never PUSH!

Lean is a socio-technical system. I love the development of people. This is rewarding to see the modest impact of my training and coaching on staff and leaders to see problems, solve problems, coach...

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Where is PFEP in Your Operations Management System?

Mastering the Bullwhip Effect: A Lean Approach to Stability

FLOW when you can; PULL when you cannot flow, but never PUSH!

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