NUTRILITE

LEAN 6 SIGMA MANIFESTA TIONS

BY MA. LUISA M. URQUICO

Celebrates 80 Years of Growth

NUTRILITE HISTORY• Text

• It all began with a vision, starting in 1934 when Carl F. Rehnborg introduced the first multivitamin/multimineral supplement marketed in North America.

• Today, Nutrilite celebrates 80 years of helping people achieve better health through better nutrition.

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• Best of Nature. Best of Science.• When it comes to supplements, Nutrilite® is

different – and that’s a good thing. We were using plant ingredients in supplements before anyone else. Today, we’re the only brand to grow, harvest, and process plants on our own certified organic farms. By doing so, we capture phytonutrients, or nutrients from plants, at their peak.

• So, when you take Nutrilite® supplements, you’re getting phytonutrients, which can help fill in for the fruits and vegetables you’re likely not eating enough of every day. Plus, Nutrilite® supplements are guaranteed – give them a try, you’ll see the difference.**

NUTRILITE PRODUCT FAMILIES

SCIENTIFIC

• Leading scientists guiding the future of the Nutrilite® brand

• What makes Nutrilite so unique – we combine the best of nature with the best of science. Nutrilite has led the industry in nutritional science for 80 years. Learn more about our Scientific Advisory Board and the experts behind the brand.

Helping People Achieve Optimal Health Through

Nature and Science The Nutrilite Health Institute Center for Optimal Health is a

worldwide collaboration of experts dedicated to helping people achieve optimal health – through research, education, and

practical, personalized solutions. Where Real Results Happen In our 33,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor facility, you’ll

learn and experience it all. We offer health assessments using the latest fitness and cardiovascular equipment and private

consultation rooms for test results. Plus, there are multipurpose meeting spaces and auditoriums for group training, education,

and brand experience – you won’t be disappointed. Experience the Center for Optimal Health. Schedule a free tour of the Center for Optimal Health. This facility is an informative,

interactive, and customized way to help you reach optimal health by accomplishing three key goals: Educate yourself about your own health

and wellness. Become informed about Nutrilite® products and organic

farming practices. Develop a plan for marketing and merchandising

Nutrilite® products. Source: Euromonitor International Limited,

Using Six Sigma to improve replenishment process in a direct selling company

• Author(s):• Chun Chin Wei (Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Ching Yun University, Jhongli City, Taiwan, Republic of China)‐• Gwo Ji Sheen (Department of Business Administration, National Central University, Jhongli City, Taiwan, Republic of China)‐• Cheng Ting Tai (Department of Business Administration, National Central University, Jhongli City, Taiwan, Republic of China)‐• Kuo Liang Lee (Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Ching Yun University, Jhongli City, Taiwan, Republic of China)‐• Citation:• Chun Chin Wei‐ , Gwo Ji Sheen‐ , Cheng Ting Tai‐ , Kuo Liang Lee‐ , (2010) "Using Six Sigma to improve replenishment process in a direct

selling company", Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, Vol. 15 Iss: 1, pp.3 - 9• Abstract:• Purpose• – The purpose of this study is to propose a Six Sigma project to improve the replenishment process in the logistic center of Amway 

Taiwan Company.•  Design/methodology/approach• – This study elucidates the define, measure, analyze, improve and control (DMAIC) methodology of Six Sigma, using qualitative and 

quantitative tools. Numerous improvement actions are implemented. A control plan is developed to sustain and enhance the performance of the replenishment process.

•  Findings• – The project has substantially benefited the logistic center, including reducing replenishment frequency and urgent shipping rate, 

decreasing cost of transportation, lowering the inventory of service centers and shortening the replenishment planning time.•  Research limitations/implications• – The methodology that is employed in this study can be adopted by the logistic centers of other direct companies. However, they can 

modify the detailed contents and tools according to their organizational conditions.•  Practical implications• – This study demonstrates a project in which Six Sigma is adopted to improve the replenishment process of the logistic center in Amway 

Taiwan. It describes how the project was specified, how the tools were employed in the different phases and how the improvement actions were implemented. In conclusion, the key benefits of, and experience gained from this project are emphasized.

•  Originality/value• – This paper will be of interest to academic researchers and practical managers. The structured methodology of Six Sigma integrated 

logistic techniques was applied in a leading direct sales company. The project in the logistic center of Amway Taiwan provides a good reference for other companies that plan to implement Six Sigma management.

•  Publisher:• Emerald Group Publishing Limited•

NUTRILITE news • Due to global demand for Nutrilite supplements, Amway is investing nearly $180

million in U.S. manufacturing expansion• Expansion includes a new $81-million nutrition products plant supported by the Michigan

Economic Development Corporation's Michigan Strategic Fund and expected to create 200 jobs.• Amway is investing nearly $180 million to significantly expand U.S. manufacturing and

processing capacity to meet the growing global demand for top-selling NUTRILITE™ vitamin, mineral, and dietary supplements. This investment includes a new $81-million nutrition plant at our Spaulding Avenue site in Ada, Michigan, near Amway World Headquarters. The new plant is expected to create 200 jobs over the next three years.

• "NUTRILITE is integral to the future of Amway as the world's number one selling vitamins and dietary supplements brand," said Amway Chairman Steve Van Andel and President Doug DeVos in a joint statement. "By bringing a second nutrition product manufacturing plant to our home market of Michigan, we are helping IBOs meet the growing customer demand for our NUTRILITE brand products."

• Read the full press release in the Amway Newsroom.• "This announcement demonstrates Amway's commitment to its hometown and to the U.S.

market," said Tanios Viviani, President - Americas." It responds to the growth of our business in this country, recognizing the hard work of Independent Business Owners who drive our sales, and also continues to strengthen our ties to the West Michigan community."

• Source: http://www.iboai.com/en/amway-news/amway-product-news/348-due-to-global-demand-for-nutrilite-supplements-amway-is-investing-nearly-180-million-in-u-s-manufacturing-expansion

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