Cost reduction techniques in the operating suite: Surgical tray optimization: 72
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2016.12.119
Abstract: Hypothesis / aims of study The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists supports vaginal hysterectomy as the safest and most cost effective route. While the cost-benefit ratio is favorable, there are still opportunities to optimize… read more here.
Keywords: tray; operating suite; surgical tray; cost reduction ... See more keywords
Experience curve development and cost reduction disaggregation for fuel cell markets in Japan and the US
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2017.01.056
Abstract: Abstract Technology learning rates can be dynamic quantities as a technology moves from early development to piloting and from low volume manufacturing to high volume manufacturing. This work describes a generalizable technology analysis approach for… read more here.
Keywords: fuel cell; cost reduction; fuel; technology ... See more keywords
Matrix completion for cost reduction in finite element simulations under hybrid uncertainties
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apm.2018.12.014
Abstract: Abstract In recent years, uncertainty appears in different aspects of physical simulations including probabilistic boundary, stochastic loading, and multiscale modeling. Stretching across engineering domains and applied mathematics, uncertainty quantification is a multi-disciplinary field which is… read more here.
Keywords: matrix completion; reduction finite; cost reduction; cost ... See more keywords
Cost reduction and quality improvements in the printing industry
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DOI: 10.1016/j.promfg.2018.10.107
Abstract: Abstract Competitiveness has been the key factor for the survival of the companies. The economic crisis that marked the beginning of this millennium forced the total readjustment of processes and operations which, in some cases,… read more here.
Keywords: quality; printing industry; industry; cost reduction ... See more keywords
Cost reduction effects of in-situ PC production for heavily loaded long-span buildings
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DOI: 10.1080/13467581.2020.1740095
Abstract: ABSTRACT The precast concrete (PC) method is preferable in construction activities for its short construction time, guaranteed quality, and cost-effectiveness. Most researchers and engineers believe that these benefits are maximized if the PC components are… read more here.
Keywords: cost reduction; situ production; reduction effects; production ... See more keywords
Medicare cost reduction in the US: A case study of hospital readmissions and value-based purchasing
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DOI: 10.1080/20479700.2019.1637068
Abstract: ABSTRACT The goal of this research paper is to provide a case study of two ACA initiatives focused specifically on Medicare cost reduction: Readmissions Reduction Program (RRP) and Value-Based Purchasing (VBP). The paper discusses generally… read more here.
Keywords: reduction; cost reduction; case study;
Reduced-Pin-Count BOST for Test-Cost Reduction
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DOI: 10.1109/tcad.2021.3065912
Abstract: Built-off self-test (BOST) is a widely used technique to reduce the test cost. It makes it possible to test high-speed dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) without using a costly high-performance automatic test equipment (ATE). However, the… read more here.
Keywords: reduced pin; cost reduction; cost; test cost ... See more keywords
Cost reduction in screening for retinopathy of prematurity in the Netherlands by comparing different screening strategies
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DOI: 10.1111/aos.15205
Abstract: Evaluate possibilities to reduce the number of infants screened for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) and investigate costs and number of infants detected of current and alternative screening strategies in the Netherlands. read more here.
Keywords: screening strategies; cost reduction; retinopathy prematurity; reduction screening ... See more keywords
Production inventory model with reworking of imperfect items and integrates cost reduction delivery policy
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DOI: 10.1504/ijor.2018.10013958
Abstract: The classical EPQ model assumes that all items manufactured are of perfect quality. However, in real life production systems, due to various controllable and/or uncontrollable factors, the generation of defective items during a production run… read more here.
Keywords: reduction delivery; production; cost reduction; model ... See more keywords
Product redesigning, cost reduction, component substitution, and their influence in value management in micro and small enterprises
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DOI: 10.5267/j.msl.2019.11.030
Abstract: Article history: Received: October 26, 2019 Received in revised format: November 21 2019 Accepted: November 23, 2019 Available online: November 23, 2019 Value engineering is a methodology developed based on cost reduction and product functionality… read more here.
Keywords: micro small; value management; cost reduction; value ... See more keywords