The ultimate improvement cycle : maximizing profits through the integration of lean, six sigma, and the theory of constraints - Sproull, Bob. (Boca Raton : CRC Press, 2009)
The lean, six sigma, and theory of constraints (TOC) : improvement cycles -- Introducing the ultimate improvement cycle (UIC) -- The value stream, a scheduling system, and performance metrics -- Finding waste in the constraint -- Reducing variation and defects -- Exploiting the current constraint -- Reducing waste and variation in the current constraint -- Subordinating nonconstraints to the current constraint -- Line balancing and flow optimization -- Optimizing the constraint buffer and pulling in the nonconstraints -- Elevating the constraint and implementing protective controls -- Breaking the current constraint -- Sustaining the gains with protective controls -- System constraints and problems -- Establishing the environment for change.
"A Productivity Press book."
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Keywords: Business logistics; Production management; Six sigma (Quality control standard).; Theory of constraints (Management)