Course Detail

This operations strategy course focuses on lean systems whose functions include elimination of waste, reducing costs, shortening cycle times, quality improvement, optimization of socio-technical systems, and the process of continuous improvement. The course provides a focused perspective on lean applications in operations and management. The course also extends the benefits of lean thinking outward from the factory floor to encompass the organization and supply chain. The principles of lean thinking are applied to make-vs-buy decision, product and process design, relationship and organizational management, service operations, and environment conscious operations. Fall.