Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman

Takt Time (Enhanced Edition)

From Lean Basics to Digital Flow Synchronization

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Produktbeschreibung

Takt Time (Enhanced Edition): From Lean Basics to Digital Flow Synchronization is the definitive modern guide to understanding and mastering the heartbeat of production in an era of automation, AI, and Industry 4.0 transformation. Building on the foundations of classical Lean, Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman bridges the timeless principles of flow and synchronization with digital intelligence-showing how factories, teams, and algorithms can operate in harmony with customer rhythm. Inside this enhanced edition, you will learn how to:Calculate, interpret, and apply takt time across complex operations. Balance cycle time, lead time, and takt under fluctuating demand. Implement Heijunka (leveling) in the age of digital scheduling. Use IoT, MES, and AI to monitor and adjust takt time in real time. Design "takt dashboards" for predictive flow and continuous improvement. Apply continuous learning to merge Lean philosophy with digital systems. Includes new chapters and visuals on:The Toyota Production System and its role in sustaining takt and flow. Digital synchronization frameworks linking factory, supplier, and data cloud. Exercises, self-assessments, and real-world scenarios for practical mastery. Whether you are a manufacturing professional, Lean consultant, process engineer, or digital transformation leader, this book will help you synchronize technology, people, and process-keeping your entire operation beating in time with the customer. About the Author Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman is a professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the American University in Cairo, a Lean consultant, and the author of more than 130 professional books on Lean manufacturing, leadership, and operational excellence. His research has been featured in SAGE Publications and several peer-reviewed journals. With over two decades of practical and academic experience, he continues to bridge engineering science and management innovation worldwide. Lean Foundations & Advanced AI Applications Series Where classic operational wisdom meets digital intelligence.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: personal-lean.org
• Seitenzahl: 226
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. Oktober 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 203mm x 127mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 248g
• ISBN-13: 9798232543211
• Artikelnr.: 75620987

Autorenporträt

Dr. Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman is an internationally recognized Lean expert, author, and university lecturer. He has published over 100 books and articles on Lean thinking, quality systems, and industrial excellence. He currently teaches Industrial Engineering and Management Systems at the American University in Cairo, an Executive Advisor and a member of the Advisory Committee of the IEOM International Society, and consults for global organizations across manufacturing, public services, and education. With nearly two decades of academic and professional experience, Dr. Soliman has trained professionals across the Middle East, including engagements with Princess Nourah University in Saudi Arabia and Vale Oman Pelletizing Company. He has designed and delivered over 60 leadership and technical development programs, helping organizations build a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Earlier in his career, he worked in various industrial sectors including crystal-glass manufacturing, fertilizers, and chemicals, while educating teams on the Toyota Production System. He has led numerous lean transformation projects, delivering measurable results and uncovering substantial cost savings by targeting waste across production and service environments. His lectures and training materials have reached over 200,000 learners via SlideShare, and his research is ranked among the most downloaded papers on the Social Science Research Network (SSRN) by Elsevier. Dr. Soliman holds a BSc in Engineering, a master's in Quality Management, and postgraduate degrees in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management. He also holds certifications in quality, cost, and operations management. He is a member of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) and the Society for Engineering and Management Systems (SEMS). His insights have been featured in SAGE Publications, Industrial Management, Lean Thinking, and other peer-reviewed platforms.