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Lean Manufacturing User Forum Managing Automation's new Lean Manufacturing user forum is a place where you can interact with your industry peers, discuss common challenges, create new topics of discussions, and gain insight on lean manufacturing and related disciplines. The Lean Manufacturing Technology Update  February 15, 2008– Since the advent of lean production techniques, practitioners have argued over technology's role in the process. In this podcast, MA's Jeff Moad explores that debate with Chuck Seipold, director of throughput improvement services at Infor. Listen Get the Flash Player to see this player. | Download MP3 |
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i2 Introduces Lean Management Tool May 1, 2008 - The supply chain specialist's offering aims to bring more structure to manufacturers' lean management efforts. More web exclusives
 Robotics Group Shifts Direction Dec 26, 2007 - As the first system integrator to take over as president of the Robotics Industries Association, Richard Litt aims to expand the scope of the group's services. More news
 ERP Software is designed for mid-sized businesses. Jan 28 2008 - Adonix Announces Sage ERP X3 version 5: the New Version of Its Enterprise Resource Planning Software for Mid-Sized Businesses. Leveraging SOA/open architecture, Sage ERP X3 v5 features integrated Business Intelligence engine powered by Business Objects technology and includes functionality spanning finance, distribution, and manufacturing. Suite also offers multiple traceability/security features as well as Microsoft Office and Outlook integration. Extended workflow includes multi-level signature circuit, externalized management of recipients/absences, workbench management, and batch workflow events creation. More Product news
 Week in Review -- February 25-29, 2008 Mar 3, 2008 - A round-up of announcements from technology suppliers looking to help manufacturers automate their kanban systems, deploy ERP apps faster, and better manage their product development processes. More Week in Review podcasts  Extending Lean into the Enterprise February 2008 - As manufacturers attempt to use lean techniques to streamline activities beyond the shop floor, they're seeing that the task isn't so easy and requires big cultural changes. More magazine articles

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.gif) | Q How do we sustain lean in a contract manufacturing environment? I know people are the key issue. How do we go about doing it? Please recommend some good books or videos on this topic.
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