Help with a team project related to operation management
Class Group Project – DUE May 9th 2017
Objective
To bring together the elements of the class and solidify the understanding so that you can use the information in your careers more effectively
Instructions
Identify a company where you see gaps, or they are struggling in some manner relative to Operations Management.
Incorporate elements from class to improve an area you see as lacking. Identify clearly the issue at hand, then generate a solution based on your knowledge gained
Develop a short abstract on your project
You will develop a written project (5-7 pages), and a short 20 min presentation
Clearly state the current situation
Identify the elements in question
Formulate a solution based on what you have learned in class
The project must include at least 2 aspects of these major elements that were discussed in class:
Product Life Cycle Optimization
Business Process Management
Supply Chain Management
Product & Process Design
It must include also include 5 additional elements picked from the listing below: (List subject to change) Pick 3 please
| Supplier Mgt | Virtual Mfg | Scheduling | Factory Layout and Workflow | IPTs |
| Technology | Factory Processes | SCM Design | Procurement | Lean Systems |
| Design for X | Facilities Design | Global Supply Chain | Environment and Safety | Process Optimization |
| Innovation | Manufacturing Plan | Inventory Mgt | Additive Mfg | Product Optimization |
Abstracts are due March 21. The sooner you give them to me, the faster I can correct if need be.
