Books by John (Loyola University Nicholas

Lean Production for Competitive Advantage: A Comprehensive Guide to Lean Methodologies and Management Practices, Second Edition introduces Lean philosophy and illustrates the effective application of Lean tools with real-world case studies. From fundamental concepts to integrated planning and control in pull production and the supply chain, the text provides a complete introduction to Lean production. Coverage includes small batch production, setup reduction, pull production, preventive maintenance, standard work, as well as synchronizing and scheduling Lean operations.

Describes the steps, difficulties, and rewards of implementing Lean Production. This book intends to provide information for you to set out and begin implementing Lean within your organization. It applies a model to illustrate the principles and practices of lean production.