Posted on September 26, 2008 by learnsigma
How Hard Can the World be for Mom Entrepreneurs?
Motherhood can be a very fulfilling, yet frustrating time for a woman. You see, motherhood can actually prevent women from accomplishing many of the goals they have set for themselves.
Nowadays, it is only proper that both parents share the responsibility of rearing a child. However, we cannot [...]
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Posted on September 16, 2008 by learnsigma
Before we move on, let us first answer the issue raised by this article by identifying what the top seven wastes companies identified as the reasons for the production delays, gargantuan costs and, eventually, bankruptcy filings and hostile takeovers are.
1) overproduction
2) transportation
3) motion (processes that don’t need to be conducted)
4) inventory
5) processing
6) waiting time
7) scrap [...]
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Posted on September 12, 2008 by learnsigma
Have you heard of the name Peter Burns? If you are familiar of him as one great entrepreneur, then your guess is right! Peter Burns is an acclaimed millionaire and entrepreneur who also teaches the subject Entrepreneur 101 in ASU’s Barret Honors College for over a year.
There are likewise news that circulates that he may [...]
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Posted on September 6, 2008 by learnsigma
Everyone wants to have a good physique and a healthy condition. When the entire body is working efficiently, the individual said to be strong and resistant to diseases. Training the body and toning the muscles can achieve this.
This analogy works in the business organization system. All departments work like the different parts of the body. [...]
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Posted on July 29, 2008 by learnsigma
Understanding The Lean Manufacturing Principles
Companies are always searching for a more efficient way to run their business. Cost cutting is the most popular way of doing getting ahead of the competition. This ideal management setting can be achieved by practicing the lean manufacturing principles.
Lean manufacturing is the management philosophy of no waste. The focus is [...]
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Posted on June 9, 2008 by learnsigma
Lean Manufacturing in Ontario
Ontario, Canada is one of the many economic centers in the world where companies and local manufacturing firms start focusing on making their operations work out efficiently.
Because the modern times are so dire and energy prices dictate the outcome and performance of major businesses, lean manufacturing has become a common word, and [...]
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Posted on June 9, 2008 by learnsigma
The Five Principles of Lean Manufacturing
All companies seek ways to improve their businesses. One of the most common goals of trumping the competition is cutting expenses, which can be best achieved through lean manufacturing strategies.
But before anything, let us first define what lean manufacturing is. Lean manufacturing is a management concept that supports the ‘no [...]
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Posted on April 30, 2008 by learnsigma
Traits of a Successful Entrepreneur
Have you ever wondered why some entrepreneurs succeed and why some do not? Have you ever thought of the things that would make one the best entrepreneurs in a chosen field?
For the lucky some, owning a business might run on their veins but for the most who are just common people [...]
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Posted on April 17, 2008 by learnsigma
Home-based works are becoming more and more popular these days. Moms who want to spend more time attending their children and taking care of the house enter this type of business. Dads who can give up the time they spend at the office are starting to convert their home as workplace. And of course, many [...]
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Posted on April 3, 2008 by learnsigma
Today, with the average consumer now spending up to $26,400+ for a new car, consumers realize the importance on investing in lower priced used cars. With millions of buyers entering the used vehicle market every year, a wealth of opportunities exist for anyone looking for extra income, or a new and lucrative full-time career. [...]
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