E-Activity:

Watch the video Chapter 17, titled "Introduction to Lean Manufacturing,"

1. e-Activity, examine at least three different types of waste that can be found in an organization of your choice. Suggest the lean strategies to confront them

2. Use the Internet to research airline companies including Southwest Airlines and some full-service airlines such as United Airlines and British Airways.

Take a note on their lean service systems. Answer the below

Compare and contrast the lean service system found with Southwest Airlines to a full-service airline such as United Airlines, British Airways, and other large carriers in terms of cabin service, boarding process, baggage handling, and service encounters.

3. Use the Internet to research companies that use project management techniques such as CPM or PERT. Be prepared to discuss. Answer the below

Provide at least two examples of companies that have used project management techniques such as CPM or PERT. Evaluate their success in operations.

Determine at least two factors that impact the quality of project management. Suggest ways these factors can be mitigated without affecting project operations.