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Creator:: Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-, Leavengood, Scott A., and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: A key problem faced by managers is how to allocate scarce resources among activities or projects. Linear programming, or LP, is a method of allocating resources in an optimal way. It is one of the most widely used operations research (OR) tools. It has been used successfully as a decisionmaking...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
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Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Leavengood, Scott A., and Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-
Abstract:: Part 1 in this series introduced the reader to Statistical Process Control, and Part 2 provided an overview of how and why SPC works. Part 3 begins the step-by-step process of building the practical skills necessary for hands-on implementation of SPC. This report discusses Pareto analysis, a tool we can...
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Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Leavengood, Scott A., and Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-
Abstract:: Part 1 in this series introduced the reader to Statistical Process Control, and Part 2 provided an overview of how and why SPC works. Part 3 begins the step-by-step process of building the practical skills necessary for hands-on implementation of SPC. This report discusses Pareto analysis, a tool we can...
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Creator:: Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-, Leavengood, Scott A., and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: According to the Operations Research Society of America, “Operations research is concerned with scientifically deciding how to best design and operate man-machine systems, usually under conditions requiring the allocation of scarce resources.” This publication is the first in a series describing operations research (OR) techniques that can help forest products...
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Creator:: Leavengood, Scott A., Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-, and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: The objective of this series is to help improve the competitiveness of Oregon’s wood products manufacturers. This can be achieved by fostering a companywide focus on and dedication to continuous quality improvement. W. Edwards Deming (1982) described the “chain reaction of quality.” 1. Quality is improved. 2. Costs decrease due...
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Creator:: Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-, Leavengood, Scott A., and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: This publication introduces the reader to a process called lean manufacturing, sometimes called the Toyota Production System. The intended audience is manufacturers of forest products, although manufacturers of other types of products will also find this publication useful.
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Full Text:: to lean manufacturing 1 Introduction to Lean Manufacturing James E. Reeb and Scott Leavengood EC

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-, and Leavengood, Scott A.
Abstract:: A key problem managers face is how to allocate scarce resources among various activities or projects. Linear programming, or LP, is a method of allocating resources in an optimal way. It is one of the most widely used operations research tools and has been a decision making aid in almost...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Scott Leavengood, Extension forest products, Washington County; both of Oregon State University

Creator:: Leavengood, Scott A., Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-, and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: The goal for Part 2 is to build management understanding and confidence in SPC as a profit-making tool. It is unreasonable to expect managers to commit to and support SPC training and implementation if they do not understand what SPC is and how and why it works. This publication discusses...
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Full Text:: Works and How It Works Scott Leavengood, Extension agent, Klamath County; and James E. Reeb, Extension

Creator:: Borman, Michael M., Larson, Larry L., and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Cottonwood provides structural and functional benefits to riparian areas where it is adapted. Cottonwood is adapted to specific growing conditions. If you want to promote cottonwood establishment, it is important to understand its ecology, including site characteristics and conditions required for establishment and survival. This publication is not intended to...
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Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Angima, S. D., Terry, Thomas A., Dobkowski, Alexander, Campbell, Steve, Grizzel, Jeffrey D., Harrison, Robert B., Heninger, Ronald L., Maguire, Douglas A. (Douglas Alan), Miller, Richard E., Page-Dumroese, Deborah S., Scott, William, and Zabowski, D.
Abstract:: This publication is a reference guide for forest soils productivity and management. Main topics include (1) understanding and managing risk, (2) soil characteristics that affect productivity, (3) soil survey information for forestland managers/management of soil erosion, (4) managing mass wasting risk, (5) managing soil disturbance, and (6) maintaining adequate nutrient...
Full Text:: disturBance Ronald L. Heninger, William Scott, Alex Dobkowski, and Thomas A. Terry Guiding principles and

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