Lean RFS (Repetitive Flexible Supply)

<p>Is it possible to be repetitive <i>and </i>flexible—at the same time? Using proven examples and quantifiable evidence <b>Lean RFS (Repetitive Flexible Supply): Putting the Pieces Together </b>demonstrates that repetitive <i>flexible </i>supply (R<i>f</i>S) is not only possible but that its implementation can help you reach a new level of improved performance in manufacturing and across your entire supply chain.<br><br>Winner of a 2013 <em>Shingo Research and Professional Publication Award </em>this book is unique in that it clearly spells out the theory and practice originally published in the Shingo Prize winner<i> Breaking Through to Flow</i> with actual stories of Kimberly-Clark’s experience in using them over the years with great success. These stories provide a real feel of how this learning-by-doing journey led to aha! moments for those involved. <br><br>The book also explains why most planning systems in use today will result in a different plan every time and that these plan changes are actually the cause of the fire fighting that is endemic in most companies.</p>