Fiat uses simulation to reduce WIP by 48%

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Tofas-Fiat plant in Turkey has reduced the average work-in-process (WIP) by 48% in the workshop. The reduction resulted in less costs in WIP, a decrease in lead-time, an improvement in quality monitoring, a decrease in the required floorspace and an effective scheduling rule. The plant used Promodel Corp.'s ProModel simulation software to build a model of the actual system which was then analyzed for improvement in WIP. The software was then used to create various scenarios that helped the managers in recommending solutions.

Usage, Computer software industry, Software industry, Product information, Fiat S.p.A., Tofas, PROMODEL Corp.

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Production simulation allows experimentation; try before you buy

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Process-simulation software has allowed companies to experiment with a variety of productivity theories before implementing the best one to the actual production setting. The software allows the company to see which productivity scenario can improve throughput as well as quality without the inconveniences of moving people and machinery that will add costs to the company. In addition, the software can help get approval from management for a process change by showing the change's effect on the bottom line.

Production Planning & Control, Product development, Production control

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Meet customer demands with new ERP systems

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Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, a user-friendly computer interface, enables firms to achieve their objective of providing efficient and quality service to their customers. The software is an integration of several programs such as project management, supplier management, product data management and scheduling. Today's ERP programs also include services such as engineering support, on-site customer training and a 24-hour troubleshooting capability.

Technology application, Customer service, Distribution of goods, Distribution (Commerce), Inventory control

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