Waves, beaches, breakwaters and rip currents; a three-dimensional view of supply chain dynamics

Waves, beaches, breakwaters and rip currents; a three-dimensional view of supply chain dynamics

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Article ID: iaor20012632
Country: United Kingdom
Volume: 30
Issue: 10
Start Page Number: 827
End Page Number: 846
Publication Date: Jan 2000
Journal: International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management
Authors: , ,
Keywords: supply chain
Abstract:

Describes a two- and, later, a three-dimensional view of supply chain dynamics within a theoretical framework derived from research carried out in the UK automotive industry. However, the authors believe that the models developed have a far wider applicability than this narrow sectoral and geographic focus. The research has been developed within two research programmes. The first programme, called LEAP (lean processing programme), involves Corus (formerly British Steel Strip Products), two steel service centres and six major UK-based automotive component manufacturers, all linked within a common supply chain. The second programme, called 3DayCar, involves 20 European industrial sponsors including six automotive manufacturers. Both programmes are supported by the UK Government Innovative Manufacturing Initiative (IMI). Conclusions based on the waves analogy will be applied to a real-life setting in order to suggest appropriate business strategies to achieving a lean value stream.

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