On Time, in Full : Achieving Perfect Delivery with Lean Thinking in Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Production Planning (Hardcover)

Introduction. It Should Be So Simple ? Why We Fail to Deliver. Recognising the Problem - Understanding Your Supply Chain. Understanding the Future ? The Mystery of Forecasting. Understanding Capacity. Can We Do it? ? Effective Sales and Operations Planning. Designing the Right Finished Goods Strategy. Making It Work Every Day ? Daily Scheduling. The Role of the ERP System in Planning and Supply Chain. Working with Suppliers to Eliminate Shortages. Managing Surprises in the Supply Chain. Are We on Track? Implementing Effective Metrics. Improving and Planning for the Future. Glossary.