Featuring an expansive set of tools, techniques, and performance measures, this unique book shows how to apply the lean philosophy across the entire supply chain, from suppliers, to transportation and operations, through distribution to customers. Managers who are under constant pressure to find new sources of competitive advantage and to demonstrate performance improvements will find End-to-End Lean Management to be a timely and necessary resource. KEY FEATURES: - Describes a broad array of waste that affects all supply chains and shows how to make lean performance improvement a reality across your entire supply chain - Identifies nine key myths and realities of lean and provides an updated, integrated, and holistic view of lean that applies to service organizations, non-profit institutions, government, and manufacturers - Presents valuable tools and techniques along with a comprehensive set of lean performance measures to support your end-to-end lean journey - Includes...