Implementing Lean in Healthcare Warehouse Operations – Evaluation of 5 S Best Practice

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  • Sanjith Venkateswaran
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ii ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Assistant Professor Dr. Isabelina Nahmens, who is my advisor, for her constant support and encouragement in the research and preparation of this thesis. Under her supervision I was able to accomplish my goals and gain knowledge on various research aspects. his help during the implementation of my research. I would like to thank the Lean Leaders of Ochsner Health System for their constant support and guidance. I would like to express my gratitude towards my parents and brother for their motivation and encouragement throughout my graduate studies.

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تاریخ انتشار 2011