Posts by Rob Allen
Leveraging The SCOR Model For Inventory Management
The SCOR model can be leveraged to assess and improve supply chains / value streams, directly leading to improved operational performance.
Read MoreLeveraging The Supply Chain Operations Reference Model
The SCOR model can be leveraged to assess and improve supply chains / value streams, directly leading to improved operational performance.
Read MoreNPI Materials Management and The Value Stream Perspective
A supply chain / value stream analysis emphasizing planning and enablement can significantly improve NPI materials management.
Read MoreDistinguishing Materials Management from Project Management
The goal of NPI materials management is to monitor and execute the desired item (part) and BOM status according to the NPI prototype and production plan.
Read MoreFundamentals of Managing an Outsourced (CM) Value Stream
This article will cover the management of a contract manufacturer (CM) value stream from the perspective of a company that has outsourced the manufacturing of its product. A typical CM model is most likely “turn-key” such that the “Company” purchases the only finished goods from the CM. Part/component purchases are a shared responsibility between the…
Read MoreValidation / Systems Engineering (Part 4)
In this final article of the series, we will cover the right leg of the “V” diagram which illustrates the process of verifying and integrating hardware into the system. We are ensuring all components, subassemblies and subsystems work together as required; full functionality of the system is successfully verified, meets validated requirements and customer needs…
Read MoreValidation / Systems Engineering (Part 3)
In Part 1 and Part 2 of this article series, we described validation engineering as the process of validating, monitoring and execution of product requirements to ensure customer needs are met. The validation engineer is the validation process owner and works with subject matter experts to develop complete, accurate and testable requirements. We proposed the…
Read MoreValidation / Systems Engineering (Part 2)
In Part 1 of this article series, we described validation engineering as the process of validating, monitoring and execution of product requirements to ensure customer needs are met. The validation engineer is the validation process owner and works with subject matter experts to develop complete, accurate and testable requirements. We proposed the following “V” diagram…
Read MoreValidation/Systems Engineering (Part 1)
Validation/systems engineering is the validation, monitoring and execution of product requirements to ensure customer needs are met.
Read MoreEnabling People, Processes and Product Development
Clear roles and responsibilities for project managers and team leaders can significantly improve alignment of skillsets and overall teamwork A generally accepted principle for a successful business is great people, processes & products. This can be further simplified as “maximizing customer value and minimizing cost” of the product. Consider the following: Product Development, Process Improvement…
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