Lean Distribution Assessment Using an Integrated Model of Value Stream Mapping and Simulation

Amr Mahfouz, Amr Arisha

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Abstract

Distribution is a critical component that maintains the efficiency, flexibility, and reliability of any supply chain. Given the limited financial and physical resources of today’s businesses, distribution enterprises have begun to embrace the far-reaching value of lean paradigm. Value Stream Mapping (VSM) is prescribed as a part of the lean implementation portfolio of tools. It is applied to map material and information flows seeking to identify company’s waste and non-value added activities. Integrating simulation with VSM introduces a whole new dimension for lean implementation and assessment processes. This paper shows a dynamic value stream mapping model using discrete event simulation to assess two basic lean practices, pull replenishment and class-based policy, of a tire distribution company.
Original languageEnglish
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013
Event2013 Winter Simulation Conference - Washington DC, United States
Duration: 8 Dec 201311 Dec 2013

Conference

Conference2013 Winter Simulation Conference
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington DC
Period8/12/1311/12/13

Keywords

  • distribution
  • supply chain
  • lean paradigm
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • simulation
  • lean implementation
  • waste
  • non-value added activities
  • pull replenishment
  • class-based policy
  • tire distribution company

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