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Lean accounting and throughput accounting
CoursePresentation comparing lean and throughput accounting. Fosters debate on cost-world vs. throughput-world thinking. Covers literature, similarities, differences, and approaches to lean accounting.
$19
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Implementing simplified market pull (SMP)
CourseSimplified Market Pull (SMP) is a framework similar to simplified drum-buffer-rope (SDBR) for market-constrained manufacturers. It reduces inventory, lead time, and increases profits by coupling supply to demand.
$19
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Making TOC the main way - The health and social care environment
CoursePaper summarizes lessons from applying TOC to healthcare, specifically reducing queues for elective operations. Key learning points cover challenging policies, planning vs. execution, and reducing planning uncertainty.
$19
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TOC-based solution for logistics centre process management
CoursePresentation on a TOC-based process management solution for Logistics Centers. Key learnings: CCR selection, drums, ropes, buffers, task prioritization, and resource displacement rules. Benefits: 30-70% throughput increase.
$19
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Feature-driven development: Toward a TOC, lean & six sigma solution for software engineering
CoursePresentation on applying the Theory of Constraints (TOC) solution of Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) to software engineering, including DBR, TA, maturity models, and integration points with Six Sigma and Lean.
Free
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Impact of changing business environment on TOC implementation (pdf only)
CourseCase study of a $250M vinyl cover stock manufacturer for auto/industrial applications. Business issues include backlog, high freight, marginal profit, and capital needs. Describes the TOC journey and lessons learned about holistic application.
$19