Showing papers in "Industrial Engineer in 2009"

Vendor-managed inventory

Abstract: In the times when businesses are facing a stringent competition the need to retain customers is of utmost importance. The usage of technology helps them in staying ahead of their competitors. This article gives an overview of the Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) process which is an application of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) technology. It also discusses the benefits of this process from both customer and supplier perspective.

Crime-fighting strategy

Abstract: Lesia Crumption-Young, professor at the University of Central Florida and author of the 'You've Got the Power' book-series, introduced some important strategies for improving lives in the city. She developed 'character development model' for classrooms and juvenile detention centers in North Carolina, Texas, and Florida as an effort to reduce teen violence, school dropouts, pregnancy, and suicide rates. She also designed some workplace solutions for person with disabilities and investigated cumulative trauma disorders in the construction industry. Young launched three-month workshop in 2007 at the City of Orlando's Parks and Recreation Department for young people, aimed to improve thoughts and decision-making process. Young said that character, love, security, and trust can improve self-esteem, decisions making ability, and reduce destructive cycles among youths.