Utilizing automation to reduce setup and changeover time in a Just-In-Time environment : an empirical study

Author

Craig Dohe

Publication Date

1-1-1997

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

First Advisor

Kim, Gyu C.

Degree Name

B.S. (Bachelor of Science)

Legacy Department

Department of Operations Management and Information Systems

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to examine the effects of automation on setup and changeover times associated with the Just-in- Time environment. Several automation methods will be evaluated to determine if there are statistical differences between firms that implement automation techniques and firms that do not.

Comments

Includes bibliographical references.

Recommended Citation

Dohe, Craig, "Utilizing automation to reduce setup and changeover time in a Just-In-Time environment : an empirical study" (1997). Honors Capstones. 1364.
https://huskiecommons.lib.niu.edu/studentengagement-honorscapstones/1364

Extent

21 pages, 6 unnumbered pages

Language

eng

Publisher

Northern Illinois University

Rights Statement

In Copyright

Rights Statement 2

NIU theses are protected by copyright. They may be viewed from Huskie Commons for any purpose, but reproduction or distribution in any format is prohibited without the written permission of the authors.

Media Type

Text