Have you ever wondered how products and services are created exactly the same thousands of times over? And how companies are able to smooth out operations to manufacture efficiently, effectively, and without any waste? How is such precision possible? The answer lies at the heart of operations. In the Supply Chain Operations course, we introduce and apply essential process improvement tools to achieve perfection. After completing this course, you will be able to apply the Six Sigma methodology for process improvement. You will demonstrate that you understand the basic tenets of the Lean philosophy that enables manufacturers to eliminate waste and make processes more efficient. Finally, you will be able to apply the tools that you just gained to improve a process of your own. This is an introductory course designed to provide you with a start on your learning journey in operations. You do not need to have any background in operations, but it would be beneficial if you had a basic understanding of business concepts, a working knowledge of spreadsheets, and ideally have mastered the Supply Chain Logistics course. Join me and we will learn together about operations!
Ce cours fait partie de la Spécialisation Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Operations
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Programme du cours : ce que vous apprendrez dans ce cours
Semaine
1Lean Operations and Theory of Constraints
Welcome to the exciting world of operations! This module introduces you to the professor who is teaching the courses in the Supply Chain Management Specialization. You will also discover the essential tools that help make operations better. By the end of this module, you'll know what to expect in the course and hopefully be as excited to learn about Supply Chain Operations as I will be to teach you. In addition, you will understand the major goals of optimizing Operations. You will also be able to recall the major foundations of Lean Thinking and the Theory of Constraints.
4 vidéos (Total 16 min), 3 lectures, 1 quiz
4 vidéos
The Goals of Operations: Speed, Flexibility, Quality, and Cost4 min
Lean Operations5 min
Theory of Constraints4 min
3 lectures
Is this course for me?10 min
"Lean Thinking" by Womack and Jones15 min
"The Goal" by Goldratt30 min
1 exercice pour s'entraîner
The Goals of Operations30 min
Semaine
2Lean Inventory
In Lean Inventory, we will focus on the application of lean principles to a core concern of Supply Chain Management - Inventory. By the end of this module, you'll know how to calculate the Economic Order Quantity, which is an popular method of managing inventory. In addition, you will be able to quantify the uncertainty of demand and logistical execution to select the right level of safety stock. Finally, you will be able to determine the size of a Kanban bin by calculating lead-time-demand.
4 vidéos (Total 26 min), 6 lectures, 1 quiz
4 vidéos
Lean Inventory6 min
Screencast - Economic Order Quantity6 min
Screencast - Safety Stock Calculation8 min
Kanban3 min
6 lectures
Economic Order Quantity Terms and Notation2 min
The EOQ Calculation15 min
Safety Stock Terms and Calculation2 min
The Safety Stock Calculation15 min
Kanban10 min
Lean Inventory Quiz Instructions min
1 exercice pour s'entraîner
Lean Inventory30 min
Semaine
3Six Sigma
Six Sigma is an overview of the Six Sigma Quality System. We start by reviewing the different quality systems that were popular in the past. The main takeaway is an understanding of the DMAIC methodology. By the end of this module, you will be able to apply the DMAIC methodology to improve a process.
6 vidéos (Total 24 min), 2 lectures, 2 quiz
6 vidéos
DMAIC and the Define Stage2 min
Screencast of DMAIC and the Measure Stage4 min
Screencast of DMAIC and the Analyze Stage4 min
Screencast of DMAIC and the Improve Stage4 min
Screencast of DMAIC and the Control Stage2 min
2 lectures
Summary of the DMAIC Example5 min
Some more Six Sigma Examples30 min
1 exercice pour s'entraîner
Quality Management and the DMAIC Methodology30 min
Semaine
4Lean Six Sigma
In Lean Six Sigma, you will apply all the tools you learned in this course to a project of your choosing. You will be able to show that you not only mastered the lean tools, but also the six sigma methodology to improve processes. After completing this module, you will not only have a better process, but also the ability to improve any process in a systematic manner.
1 vidéo (Total 4 min), 2 lectures, 1 quiz
1 vidéo
2 lectures
The Road to Lean Six Sigma10 min
Selecting a Great Lean Six Sigma Project5 min
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par SB•Jul 25th 2018
I have learned how supply chain operations work in companies. very well understood about. and detail explanation by Professer. I definitely recommand this course for begineers in this field of work.
par YK•Dec 5th 2017
Really interesting course, learn so much from it.\n\nAnd can't wait to continue the whole specialization.\n\nIt gave me a great insight on six sigma principles, a future green belt six sigma.
Enseignant
Rudolf Leuschner, Ph.D.
Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Supply Chain Management
À propos de Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
À propos de la Spécialisation Supply Chain Management
This specialization is an introduction to the fascinating world of Supply Chain Management. When you complete the Supply Chain Management Specialization you will have a richer understanding of the complexities that companies are facing in today's global networked economy.
The specialization is for you, if: 1. you are looking to start a career in Supply Chain Management, but lack the basic background; 2. you are working with people in Supply Chain Management and want to understand their daily challenges better; 3. you are fascinated by how the global economy is linked together by the flow of products, information, and finances.
The Supply Chain Management Specialization is made up of four basic courses in logistics, operations, planning, and sourcing, followed by a capstone course in Supply Chain Management Strategy. The Supply Chain Logistics course will cover transportation, warehousing and inventory, and logistics network design. The Supply Chain Operations course covers techniques used to optimize flow and focuses specifically on Six Sigma quality and Lean practices. In the Supply Chain Planning course you will master different forecasting approaches. The Supply Chain Sourcing course deals with different techniques that help you create lasting and productive supplier relationships. Finally, in the capstone course on Supply Chain Management Strategy you will solve a real-life business case.
Join me as we enter the exciting field of Supply Chain Management!
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