This document summarizes two projects conducted by SMART FIT consultants - an office ergonomics project and a low volume delivery project. For the office ergonomics project, consultants created educational materials, conducted employee surveys, and recommended equipment like foot rests and monitor stands. This reduced reported pain and costs were recovered within 8 injuries avoided. For low volume delivery, consultants redesigned a cart to reduce awkward movements. This eased implementation and improved functionality at a lower cost recovered within 10 injuries avoided. Both projects helped reduce physical strain through low-cost workplace changes.
This document provides an overview of CEVA Logistics, the 4th largest global supply chain company. Key details include that CEVA has over 49,000 employees, 1,000 locations in over 160 countries, and 10 million square meters of combined storage space after merging TNT Logistics and EGL. CEVA's vision is to be the most admired supply chain company by exemplifying unity, growth, and excellence. They offer integrated end-to-end logistics services including manufacturing support, warehousing, distribution, and freight management. CEVA aims for operational excellence across its network through a lean approach, continuous improvement programs, and a robust site classification system.
FedEx Corporation is a global shipping company founded in 1973. It operates six business units that compete in different sectors of the transportation industry. FedEx utilizes cutting-edge technologies and innovation to provide timely customer service and compete with industry leader UPS. Its newest service offering, FedEx Trade Networks, provides international trade consulting services and showcases FedEx's expertise in global supply chain management. FedEx leverages e-commerce solutions and the internet to seamlessly integrate its transportation and information systems with customer operations. RFID technology is used to track cargo and shipments from origin to destination, though RFID tags alone do not provide security.
FedEx started in 1971 to provide affordable overnight document delivery through airfreight. Over time, it developed state-of-the-art infrastructure and automated technology. FedEx now offers a variety of supply chain services including transportation, logistics, warehouse management, and inventory management across more than 220 countries. It delivers approximately 3.6 million shipments daily through a vast global network of facilities and fleet. FedEx has emerged as a leading global provider of supply chain management services by leveraging its infrastructure and network to better manage customers' supply chains.
John Pattullo, CEVA Logistics on 'How Supply Chain Innovation Can Drive Custo...eyefortransport
John Pattullo, CEO of CEVA Logistics speaks on 'How Supply Chain Innovation Can Drive Customer Value' at the 7th European 3PL Summit in Brussels, November 25th 2009.
To download all of the slides from the conference for free visit www.3PLsummit.com/eu_2009ppts
Federal Express (FedEx) was founded in 1971 and is now a $37.95 billion company. FedEx was the first transportation company to have extensive web site features, hosting over 6.3 million unique visitors per month to track packages. FedEx provides special services like money back guarantees and operates globally 24/7 to serve customers in Asia, Europe, the Middle East/Africa, Latin America, and North America. FedEx promotes its brand through sponsoring sports like Formula One racing and tennis star Roger Federer, as well as through movies like Cast Away.
FedEx is a global supply chain management solutions provider founded in 1971 with headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee. It operates a hub and spoke model with approximately 670 aircraft and over 141,000 employees worldwide, handling around 3.5 million packages daily. FedEx offers various supply chain services including time-critical delivery of parts, a regional distribution center model for customers, and integrated information technology solutions to provide visibility and expedite delivery.
This document provides an overview of how Federal Express progressively changed and expanded its business model through the use of information technology. It describes FedEx's hub and spoke model and how it has helped achieve economies of scale. It outlines FedEx's implementation strategy of progressive change as it grew through company expansion, overseas operations, and IT implementations like web-based customer services and tools. FedEx's use of IT helped automate processes, increase customer satisfaction, and partner with other companies to expand its e-commerce offerings.
This presentation will give you some information about FedEx technology usage. The procedure of their parcel delivery and use of MIS can be seen in this presentation. Business processes, supply chain management, customer management of FedEx is given in this ppt.
This document provides an overview of CEVA Logistics, the 4th largest global supply chain company. Key details include that CEVA has over 49,000 employees, 1,000 locations in over 160 countries, and 10 million square meters of combined storage space after merging TNT Logistics and EGL. CEVA's vision is to be the most admired supply chain company by exemplifying unity, growth, and excellence. They offer integrated end-to-end logistics services including manufacturing support, warehousing, distribution, and freight management. CEVA aims for operational excellence across its network through a lean approach, continuous improvement programs, and a robust site classification system.
FedEx Corporation is a global shipping company founded in 1973. It operates six business units that compete in different sectors of the transportation industry. FedEx utilizes cutting-edge technologies and innovation to provide timely customer service and compete with industry leader UPS. Its newest service offering, FedEx Trade Networks, provides international trade consulting services and showcases FedEx's expertise in global supply chain management. FedEx leverages e-commerce solutions and the internet to seamlessly integrate its transportation and information systems with customer operations. RFID technology is used to track cargo and shipments from origin to destination, though RFID tags alone do not provide security.
FedEx started in 1971 to provide affordable overnight document delivery through airfreight. Over time, it developed state-of-the-art infrastructure and automated technology. FedEx now offers a variety of supply chain services including transportation, logistics, warehouse management, and inventory management across more than 220 countries. It delivers approximately 3.6 million shipments daily through a vast global network of facilities and fleet. FedEx has emerged as a leading global provider of supply chain management services by leveraging its infrastructure and network to better manage customers' supply chains.
John Pattullo, CEVA Logistics on 'How Supply Chain Innovation Can Drive Custo...eyefortransport
John Pattullo, CEO of CEVA Logistics speaks on 'How Supply Chain Innovation Can Drive Customer Value' at the 7th European 3PL Summit in Brussels, November 25th 2009.
To download all of the slides from the conference for free visit www.3PLsummit.com/eu_2009ppts
Federal Express (FedEx) was founded in 1971 and is now a $37.95 billion company. FedEx was the first transportation company to have extensive web site features, hosting over 6.3 million unique visitors per month to track packages. FedEx provides special services like money back guarantees and operates globally 24/7 to serve customers in Asia, Europe, the Middle East/Africa, Latin America, and North America. FedEx promotes its brand through sponsoring sports like Formula One racing and tennis star Roger Federer, as well as through movies like Cast Away.
FedEx is a global supply chain management solutions provider founded in 1971 with headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee. It operates a hub and spoke model with approximately 670 aircraft and over 141,000 employees worldwide, handling around 3.5 million packages daily. FedEx offers various supply chain services including time-critical delivery of parts, a regional distribution center model for customers, and integrated information technology solutions to provide visibility and expedite delivery.
This document provides an overview of how Federal Express progressively changed and expanded its business model through the use of information technology. It describes FedEx's hub and spoke model and how it has helped achieve economies of scale. It outlines FedEx's implementation strategy of progressive change as it grew through company expansion, overseas operations, and IT implementations like web-based customer services and tools. FedEx's use of IT helped automate processes, increase customer satisfaction, and partner with other companies to expand its e-commerce offerings.
This presentation will give you some information about FedEx technology usage. The procedure of their parcel delivery and use of MIS can be seen in this presentation. Business processes, supply chain management, customer management of FedEx is given in this ppt.
This document summarizes Pankaj Sharma's final CAD project for their mechanical engineering degree. The project involves the product design and analysis of a flip mobile phone. The design goals include flap motion simulation and stress analysis under pressure, drop testing the complete body, generating a new unique selling point, analyzing the battery mechanism and location, and gathering customer feedback. The project includes market research on existing flip phones, identifying problems with current designs, generating concept designs, decision matrices to select the best concepts, and detailed 2D drawings and exploded views of the proposed design. Engineering analysis was conducted using SolidWorks to optimize the design, including von Mises stress analysis on the flap at different angles and materials under variable pressure forces. Challenges
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The document analyzes the assembly of a cleaning fan module to identify human factors issues. It finds the current design requires unnatural postures that increase injury risk. A proposed redesign with an adjustable platform and retractable step is modeled. Both qualitative and quantitative analyses show the proposed design reduces spinal loads, discomfort, and fatigue while allowing more natural postures. Future work includes further virtual testing and real-world experiments with workers.
This document discusses the benefits of using 2D video analysis to evaluate pitching mechanics. It can provide biofeedback that reveals flaws coaches and players may not be aware of. Certain motion parameters are difficult to see with the naked eye but video analysis makes them visible. Only a few pitches from different angles are needed to assess mechanics. Key metrics like shoulder rotation, trunk lean, knee flexion and stride length are important to measure. Comparing measurements to normative data ranges can help identify areas for improvement. The goal is to optimize mechanics for better performance and injury prevention.
The document discusses Agile methodology, an iterative approach to software development that emphasizes continuous improvement and adaptation to change over rigidly following a plan. It outlines the core principles and processes of Agile development, including short sprints, daily stand-up meetings, prioritizing tasks based on product owner feedback, and evaluating progress at the end of each sprint through demonstrations and retrospectives. The document argues that Agile is better suited than traditional waterfall models for software projects where requirements are uncertain and likely to change during development.
ErgoGenesis is a manufacturer of ergonomic office chairs, keyboards, and accessories. Their products are designed to promote increased productivity, decreased workers' compensation costs, and absenteeism. Their chairs use sustainable materials like recycled fabrics and foam made without CFCs. ErgoGenesis provides workplace assessments and ergonomic solutions to help configure workspaces for individual needs and reduce strain. They aim to design durable products with long lifecycles and minimal environmental impact.
G16 Applying Ergonomic Design principles On carpentry and casting workshopAMan Ahmed
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The document appears to be from a training module on performance excellence and continuous improvement. It includes sections on identifying and eliminating waste, standard work, single-minute exchange of dies, visual controls, quality, and total productive maintenance. Tools are provided like a time observation form to measure process times, identify waste, and ensure processes meet takt time. The goal is to continuously improve processes through eliminating waste and making incremental changes.
This document provides an introduction to the Facial Action Coding System (FACS), which is a system for measuring facial movements. FACS describes all possible facial movements through a set of Action Units (AUs) which each represent the movement of one or more facial muscles. The introduction outlines how FACS is structured, defines important terminology used to describe facial features, and explains how AUs are presented and practiced within the system.
This document summarizes Pankaj Sharma's final CAD project for their mechanical engineering degree. The project involves the product design and analysis of a flip mobile phone. The design goals include flap motion simulation and stress analysis under pressure, drop testing the complete body, generating a new unique selling point, analyzing the battery mechanism and location, and gathering customer feedback. The project includes market research on existing flip phones, identifying problems with current designs, generating concept designs, decision matrices to select the best concepts, and detailed 2D drawings and exploded views of the proposed design. Engineering analysis was conducted using SolidWorks to optimize the design, including von Mises stress analysis on the flap at different angles and materials under variable pressure forces. Challenges
John deere cleaning fan_assemblymodule_hfyifenchang
The document analyzes the assembly of a cleaning fan module to identify human factors issues. It finds the current design requires unnatural postures that increase injury risk. A proposed redesign with an adjustable platform and retractable step is modeled. Both qualitative and quantitative analyses show the proposed design reduces spinal loads, discomfort, and fatigue while allowing more natural postures. Future work includes further virtual testing and real-world experiments with workers.
This document discusses the benefits of using 2D video analysis to evaluate pitching mechanics. It can provide biofeedback that reveals flaws coaches and players may not be aware of. Certain motion parameters are difficult to see with the naked eye but video analysis makes them visible. Only a few pitches from different angles are needed to assess mechanics. Key metrics like shoulder rotation, trunk lean, knee flexion and stride length are important to measure. Comparing measurements to normative data ranges can help identify areas for improvement. The goal is to optimize mechanics for better performance and injury prevention.
The document discusses Agile methodology, an iterative approach to software development that emphasizes continuous improvement and adaptation to change over rigidly following a plan. It outlines the core principles and processes of Agile development, including short sprints, daily stand-up meetings, prioritizing tasks based on product owner feedback, and evaluating progress at the end of each sprint through demonstrations and retrospectives. The document argues that Agile is better suited than traditional waterfall models for software projects where requirements are uncertain and likely to change during development.
ErgoGenesis is a manufacturer of ergonomic office chairs, keyboards, and accessories. Their products are designed to promote increased productivity, decreased workers' compensation costs, and absenteeism. Their chairs use sustainable materials like recycled fabrics and foam made without CFCs. ErgoGenesis provides workplace assessments and ergonomic solutions to help configure workspaces for individual needs and reduce strain. They aim to design durable products with long lifecycles and minimal environmental impact.
G16 Applying Ergonomic Design principles On carpentry and casting workshopAMan Ahmed
This document summarizes an ergonomics project analyzing workstations in carpentry and foundry settings. It begins with an introduction to ergonomic design principles of fitting the job to the worker. Anthropometric data is collected and compared to workstation dimensions. Issues are identified like high injury rates and not meeting size requirements. Suggested improvements are provided such as adjustable tables, lifting devices, and safety equipment to address issues in a low-cost or high-cost manner. The conclusion states the workstations need immediate action to apply human factors principles and prevent injuries while improving productivity.
The document appears to be from a training module on performance excellence and continuous improvement. It includes sections on identifying and eliminating waste, standard work, single-minute exchange of dies, visual controls, quality, and total productive maintenance. Tools are provided like a time observation form to measure process times, identify waste, and ensure processes meet takt time. The goal is to continuously improve processes through eliminating waste and making incremental changes.
This document provides an introduction to the Facial Action Coding System (FACS), which is a system for measuring facial movements. FACS describes all possible facial movements through a set of Action Units (AUs) which each represent the movement of one or more facial muscles. The introduction outlines how FACS is structured, defines important terminology used to describe facial features, and explains how AUs are presented and practiced within the system.
4. FedEx SmartPost
High volumes of low-weight, less time-
sensitive, business-to-consumer packages
5. Office Ergonomics
Health issues
Ex. Strained
vision, back, neck, wrist
pain, and low blood
circulation
Provide educational
material for a
comfortable and safe
work environment
Poster and presentation
6. Low Volume Delivery
(LVD)
Physical effort and
discomfort
Currently has awkward
movements
Bending, rotating,
reaching
Create a way to
reduce awkward
postures
Cart redesign
7. Office Ergonomics
Items IN scope Items NOT in scope
Inform/educate employees Work with every employee
Purchase specific aids or tools for
Create informative poster and employees
presentation
Train employees
8. Low Volume Delivery
(LVD)
Items IN scope Items NOT in scope
Reduce awkward postures Change the process flow
Re-design layout or equipment Purchase new equipment
9. Office Ergonomics
Ergonomic evaluations
5 employees
Cubicle, seat, monitor, work surface dimensions
Pre/post surveys
Capture musculoskeletal discomfort of employees at work
Obtain results for our solution
Measure objective
10. Low Volume Delivery
(LVD)
On-site visits
LVD process overview
Video taping LVD process
Design drawings
Motion study
Flow process chart detailing movements
Ergonomic checklist
Answered basic body position questions
12. Office Ergonomics
Pre-survey responses
Neck Pain Shoulder Pain
Yes
Yes 28%
No No
47% Back Pain
53% 72%
No Yes
47% 53%
Elbow Pain Hand/Wrist Pain
Yes
10% Yes
34%
No
No
66%
90%
13. Office Ergonomics
Post-Survey Responses
Made workstation
changes based on
poster/presentation
25% 33% No changes were
necessary
42% Did not see
poster/presentation
Based on 11 responses
64% said poster was understandable
100% answered that neck, hand, back, and shoulder
pain subsided after changes were made
14. Office Ergonomics
Breakeven Analysis
Equipment Cost per Piece Quantity Total
1. Chairs 200 186 37200
2. Foot Rests 40 56 2232
3. Monitor Stands 30 93 2790
Total 42222
Average Cost per Injury at FedEx SmartPost = $5,325
TotalAmountSpent
Breakeven point = AverageCostPerInjury
$42222
Breakeven point =
$5325
= 7.92
If FedEx saves 8 injuries they will recover the cost of the equipment
16. Office Ergonomics
Chairs
Office Star Products Flash Furniture:
Space Dual Function Air Grid Back Mid-Back Super Mesh Office Chair with
with Mesh Seat Managers Chair Black Italian Leather Seat
Model: 6806-FS-OS Model: LF-W42B-L-GG
$350 $200
19. Low Volume Delivery
Reduce awkward bending and reaching
Possible physical injury
Changed the work height
Made it adjustable
Removing bending actions decreased number of
motions
20. Low Volume Delivery
Breakeven Analysis
Material Cost Quantity Total
3/16" A-36 Hot Rolled Steel Plate 20 1 20
15 inch Bungee cord 5 4 20
54 inch Rope 13.5 1 13.5
1.5 x 1.5 x 0.125, 4 feet square tube 16.5 4 66
Labor 7.25 12 87
Other Small Fixtures 50
Total Per Cart 256.5
Cost for 200 Carts = $51,300
Average Cost per Injury at FedEx SmartPost = $5,325
$51300
Breakeven point = = 9.63 injuries
$5325
If FedEx saves 10 injuries in a year, they will recover the cost of the new carts
22. Thank You
Stephanie LaMarque (FedEx Health and Safety Specialist)
Dr. Leah Newman
Dr. Charlene Yauch
Dr. Aaron Armstrong
Dr. Vince Prantil
Roger Hajny
Questions?