Distributed Enterprise from the supplier point of view on the example of WSM Krotoszyn

Abstract

This paper addresses the methods, techniques and co-operation rules employed by the company WSM in its relations with its customers, in the frame of a distributed enterprise. These issues are mainly emphasised on an example of co-operation between WSM and Volvo. The MPS-95 system (Material Planning System 95) is presented and compared to previous co-operation rules between a supplier and a customer. The paper describes also systems for evaluation and analysis of the suppliers as well as training systems. The main attention will be focussed on the communication system in the frame of a distributed enterprise with its technical aspects on the example of Volvo’s EDI system.

Assessment of Turning process using the WSM Method

“…The optimization of the turning process involves the use of various numerical methods, analytical techniques, and testing investigations. The accuracy of cutting parameter limits is defined to enhance surface quality [2]. The Taguchi technique and the application of response surface methods have been proven effective in optimizing the turning process for machining titanium materials [3].…”