Digital Lean - The Crossroads-Model for Controlling Material Flows in Production and Logistics Systems

Erklärung und Auswahl von Steuerungsansätzen für Produktions- und Logistiksysteme in Zeiten der Digitalisierung

JournalIndustrie 4.0 Management
Issue Volume 34, 2018, Edition 5, Pages 33-38
Open Accesshttps://doi.org/10.30844/I40M18-5_33-38
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Abstract

Methods for monitoring and controlling material flows in a production or logistics system should support objectives like costs and throughput-time. Lean focuses on decentral, demand-driven steering of activities. Advanced manufacturing concepts for Smart Factories rely on innovative digital technologies. Which method is the best fit for steering the material flow? The Crossroads-Model explains different approaches and supports the selection of a suitable method for corporate practice.

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