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Conduct a literature review for the following items using the textbook, the Internet, a journal article, or other sources. Write a brief description of each and record the source of the information.
- How to build a SIPOC diagram
- How to construct strategy maps
- Dimensions of competitive advantage
- Measuring and tracking productivity
Discussion
In the discussion part of this activity, address the following:
- It is suggested that you post your initial response by mid-week of the module week. Copy and paste the brief descriptions of each of the required items in this activity in your posting. Include the location of the information (website, book, article, etc)
- Review other postings and reply to at least two posts by the end of the module week.
Review the Discussion Online Rubric that will be used to evaluate this activity.
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2.2 – Group Project: Overview and Introductory Team Discussion
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team.jpgThis course includes a group project that requires multiple group tasks and products between Modules 2 and 8 of the course. Before Module 2, your instructor will assign each of you to your respective groups. Review the requirements below, then proceed to work with your group.
First, read the Group Project OverviewPreview the documentView in a new window
Review the following Canvas guides if needed:
Which Groups am I enrolled in as a student? (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
How to start a discussion with my group. (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
Your goals for this activity are to:
Meet one another and discuss your team work strategy. Feel free to review and employ any one of the teamwork strategies presented in the following guide: Working with Online TeamsPreview the documentView in a new window .
Decide on the product/service to be produced in the case study.
Define the customer.
Determine what process technology and support is necessary for the project to be viable.
Discuss how to apply the course material to the case study.
This task is ungraded, but it is required. It is necessary to clearly establish the topic, direction, team member responsibilities, timeline, and other responsibilities to ensure that the project will be done on time, and meet all expectations.
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Construct a SIPOC Diagram that mirrors a process in your workplace. Save your file in one of these acceptable file formats: .doc/.docx and attach to your post. Then explain the process in the discussion text box of your post.
Discussion
In the discussion part of this activity, address the following:
- It is suggested that you attach your SIPOC document and post your explanation in the text box by mid-week of the module week.
- Review your classmates’ SIPOC Diagrams and reply to at least two of your peers by the end of the module week.
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Flowcharting is described in Chapter 11, Process Analysis and the text provides several examples. These illustrations show how to use the standard symbols in flowcharting, as well as the framework of how to structure types of processes. Buffers, alternative paths, and simultaneous activities are a few of the figures that the book provides. Construct a flowchart (that has at least 15 steps) that mirrors a process at work. Include a brief one to two page summary of how you might consider improving this process. Save your file in one of these acceptable file formats: .doc, .docx, .rtf.
Discussion
In the discussion part of this activity, address the following:
- It is suggested that you attach your documentand post your explanation in the text box by mid-week of the module week.
- Review other postings and reply to at least two posts by the end of the module week.
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Conduct a literature review for the following items using the textbook, the Internet, a journal article, or other sources. Write a brief description of each and record the source of the information in the current APA format.
- Basic philosophies of Deming, Juran, and Crosby
- Briefly compare Six-Sigma methodology, ISO 9000, and Lean manufacturing
- Fishbone diagram
- House of quality
- Needs analysis
- FMEA
- SERVQUAL
- Decision tree or decision table
Discussion
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4.4 – Group Project: Production Systems Improvements
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This activity needs to be completed by the end of the module week.
Your goal for this activity is to decide on specific improvements to your production system by evaluating the tools discussed in the book (and other potential tools from different sources, such as information on the Discussion Board, websites listed in discussions, and papers from other students).
Review the requirements below, then proceed to the first group activity.
Group Project Overview (PDF)Preview the documentView in a new window
Which Groups am I enrolled in as a student? (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
How to start a discussion with my group. (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
This task is not graded, but required.
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Conduct a literature review for the following items using the textbook, the Internet, a journal article, or other sources. Write a brief description of each and record the source of the information in the current APA format.
- Issues in facilities locations
- Inputs to production planning
- Level scheduling
- Benefits and challenges of inventory
- MRP structure
- Impact of inventory on company resources
Discussion
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Conduct a literature review for the following items using the textbook, the Internet, a journal article, or other sources. Write a brief description of each and record the source of the information in the current APA format.
- Shop floor control
- Issues and considerations with scheduling personnel
- Benefits and challenges of using simulations
- Constraint management
In the discussion part of this activity, address the following:
- It is suggested that you post your initial response by mid-week of the module week. Copy and paste the brief descriptions of each of the required items in this activity in your posting. Include the location of the information (website, book, article, etc).
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In this discussion activity, address the following:
- Have one team member post your group’s final report to the course Discussion Board in the related forum in preparation for the next activity. In the Subject line, include the team members’ names. In the Message field, provide the title of the report and a brief one-paragraph abstract summarizing the paper.
- By the end of Module 9 week, review all teams’ reports and discuss what tools and techniques you might be able to use at your current workplace. For each paper (excluding your own team’s report), provide at least one suggestion for improvement in each post. In each post, include the Subject line “[Your Name] Review for (Group Team Number)”.
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In the discussion part of this activity, address the following:
- Discuss what you liked about this course, what you think should be improved, and how those improvements could be implemented. It is suggested that you complete this portion of the activity by mid-week of the Module 9 week.
- Review other postings and reply, if appropriate by the end of the Module 9 week.
