Time out! When slowing down can be the quickest way
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Proxima, a San Diego-based manufacturer of desktop projectors, decided to install an integrated management systems (IMS) replacing the old manufacturing resource planning II system. The move was prompted by the rapid development in the industry and the increased sales of the company, resulting in problems in system selection and in the implementation process. The IMS ultimately failed because of poor personnel performance, bureaucratic problems and a shallow knowledge of the technical aspects. The company concluded that the success of the program lies in maintaining a good working atmosphere, streamlining company bureaucracy, and hiring contract help.
Publication Name: Hospital Material Management Quarterly
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0192-2262
Year: 1997
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Designing automatic resupply systems
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The procedure for designing and executing automatic resupply systems is presented. The planning procedure includes establishment of goals, defining the commodity, selecting the team that will implement the system, and establishing material flow. Steps in the implementation include defining the particulars, sending the RFP to suppliers, choosing the supplier, setting up the system, training all involved employees, starting the operation of the system, closely monitoring and reviewing periodically.
Publication Name: Hospital Material Management Quarterly
Subject: Health care industry
ISSN: 0192-2262
Year: 1999
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