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Class A ERP Implementation : Integrating Lean and Six Sigma

Title: Class A ERP Implementation : Integrating Lean and Six Sigma
Author: Donald Sheldon
ISBN: 1932159347 / 9781932159349
Format: Hard Cover
Pages: 304
Publisher: J.ROSS Publishing
Year: 2005
Availability: Out of Stock

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Class A ERP is often misunderstood and confused with software tools and implementations but is actually a management system for continuous improvement. This book will resolve these myths by thoroughly describing the definition of Class A ERP and giving specifics for achieving Class A performance in a reasonable timeframe. Examples from successes will be referenced to and the author will build a case for breaking the journey to world-class performance into bite-sized, doable focus areas. Class A ERP Implementation will help organizations set the stage for maximum effectiveness of both Lean strategies and Six Sigma and establish ERP disciplines as the prerequisite to success.

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Facilitates detailed understanding of Class A ERP in a “how to,” approachable format
Describes how ERP, Lean and Six Sigma can be combined to create the perfect environment for continuous improvement
Offers detailed coverage of all aspects of ERP including top management planning, cost planning, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), master scheduling, execution planning, procurement process planning, supply chain management, shop floor control and customer service
Illustrates audit criteria for confirmation of Class A performance
Presents valuable insights into management systems and accountability infrastructures allowing more employee involvement and successful sharing of business goals through the use of ERP disciplines

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Chapter 1. : What is ERP
Chapter 2. : Class A ERP Performance
Chapter 3. : Business Planning
Chapter 4. : Sales Forecasting
Chapter 5. : Top Management Production Planning
Chapter 6. : Sales and Operations Planning
Chapter 7. : Master Production Scheduling
Chapter 8. : MRP (Material Requirements Planning)
Chapter 9. : Data Accuracy Requirements
Chapter 10. : Procurement Process
Chapter 11. : Internal Shop Floor Controls
Chapter 12. : The Customer
Chapter 13. : Project Management
Chapter 14 . : The Management Systems for Class A
Chapter 15. : Education and Training for Success – The Investment in Human Capital
Chapter 16. : The Metrics Overview
Chapter 17. : Implementation of Class A ERP
Chapter 18. : Where Do We Go From Here?
Chapter 19. : The Role of Consultants

Appendix A - Summary of Criteria for Class A ERP Certification
Appendix B - Steps for Successful Class A Implementation

 

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