Research Assignment One: Inventory Control
•Research the inventory control initiative taken by the leadership team at the employers of one of the partnership members.
• Compile examples of key steps used in the process.
• Prepare step-by-step summaries of key steps taken by each employer to decrease inventory value and at the same time be able to answer production demand.
• For each process, identify and summarize the nature of the decision-making authority and the responsibilities of the manager who will supervise the inventory activities.
• Summarize the primary similarities and differences among the processes and the manager's authority and responsibilities between each employer of partnership members.
Research Assignment Two: Just-In-Time Philosophy
• Seek out and summarize at least two publications that address JIT philosophy.
• Based on the publications researched, class handouts, and other sources as appropriate, identify at least two productive approaches to ensure successful completion of JIT Philosophy.
• Research and summarize JIT processes for professional employees at the employer of one of the partnership members.
•Acquire copies of primary JIT preparation/execution forms used as part of the employer's process (if any exist).
• Evaluate the role(s) of a professional value stream manager in the JIT processes of the organization.
Research Assignment Three: Topics on Manufacturing Strategy and the Suppler
• Seek out and summarize at least two publications that address Manufacturing Strategy and the Supply Chain.