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Profiting from cycle time reductions.

L W Poole1

  • 1Eastman Kodak, Rochester, NY, USA.

Hospital Materiel Management Quarterly
|April 7, 1997
PubMed
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Eastman Kodak Company achieved significant manufacturing improvements through cycle time reduction strategies. This approach enhanced competitiveness by boosting product quality and accelerating market entry.

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Area of Science:

  • Manufacturing and Operations Management
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Business Competitiveness

Background:

  • U.S. companies face pressure to reduce costs, improve quality, and shorten manufacturing cycle times.
  • Cycle time reduction is a key strategy for enhancing competitive advantage.
  • Bringing new products to market efficiently is crucial for business success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe Eastman Kodak Company's process for achieving significant cycle time reduction.
  • To highlight the competitive gains realized through improved manufacturing processes.
  • To provide a case study for other companies seeking similar improvements.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of specific process improvements at Eastman Kodak Company.

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  • Focus on reducing the time from product conception to market availability.
  • Analysis of areas with significant cycle time improvements.

    • Main Results:

    • Achieved significant cycle time reduction in manufacturing processes.
    • Gains of 50 percent or more were realized in specific areas.
    • Demonstrated enhanced competitiveness through improved production efficiency.

    Conclusions:

    • Cycle time reduction is a viable and effective strategy for improving manufacturing competitiveness.
    • Eastman Kodak Company's methods offer a model for significant operational improvements.
    • Continued focus on cycle time reduction can lead to substantial business gains.