Manufacturing Advantage
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Manufacturing Advantage
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Author : Eileen Appelbaum
language : en
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Release Date : 2000
Manufacturing Advantage written by Eileen Appelbaum and has been published by Cornell University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Business & Economics categories.
Much of the hoopla surrounding quality circles, teams, and high-performance work systems has been based on anecdotes and very thin evidence. It has not been established that those employee involvement strategies amount to anything more than another series of management fads or ruses designed to get more out of workers without giving them anything in return. This revelatory book, written by some of the skeptics, lays some of the suspicion to rest. Based on their visits to 44 plants and surveys of more than 4,000 employees, Eileen Appelbaum, Thomas Bailey, Peter Berg, and Arne L. Kalleberg concluded that companies are indeed more successful when managers share knowledge and power with workers and when workers assume increased responsibility and discretion. The study of steel, apparel, and medical electronics and imaging plants revealed much. In self-directed teams, workers were able to eliminate bottlenecks and coordinate the work process. In task forces created to improve quality, they communicated with individuals outside their own work groups and were able to solve problems. Expensive equipment in steel mills operated with fewer interruptions, turnaround and labor costs were cut in apparel factories, and costly inventories of components and medical equipment were reduced. And what did the employees think? The worker survey showed that jobs in participatory work systems often provide more challenging tasks and more opportunities for creativity. Employees in apparel had higher hourly earnings; those in steel had both higher hourly earnings and higher job satisfaction. Workers in more participatory settings were no more likely than others to report heavy workloads or excessive demands on their time. They were, however, less likely to report involuntary overtime or conflict with co-workers, and were more likely to be satisfied with their surroundings. Manufacturing Advantage provides the best assessment available of the effectiveness of high-performance work systems. Freestanding chapters near the end of the book provide full documentation of research data without interrupting the narrative flow.
The Manufacturing Advantage
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Author : Nigel Slack
language : en
Publisher: Management Books 2000
Release Date : 1991
The Manufacturing Advantage written by Nigel Slack and has been published by Management Books 2000 this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Business & Economics categories.
Aims to promote a more competitive edge in various aspects of the manufacturing process by explaining their contribution to performance in terms of productivity, quality, delivery and flexibility. The book examines the importance of the manufacturing/marketing interface.
Manufacturing For Competitive Advantage
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Author : Thomas G. Gunn
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1987
Manufacturing For Competitive Advantage written by Thomas G. Gunn and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1987 with Business & Economics categories.
Manufacturing Advantage
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Author : Lindsay Schakenbach Regele
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2019-02-19
Manufacturing Advantage written by Lindsay Schakenbach Regele and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-02-19 with History categories.
How manufacturing textiles and guns transformed the United States from colonial dependent to military power. In 1783, the Revolutionary War drew to a close, but America was still threatened by enemies at home and abroad. The emerging nation faced tax rebellions, Indian warfare, and hostilities with France and England. Its arsenal—a collection of hand-me-down and beat-up firearms—was woefully inadequate, and its manufacturing sector was weak. In an era when armies literally froze in the field, military preparedness depended on blankets and jackets, the importation of which the British Empire had coordinated for over 200 years. Without a ready supply of guns, the new nation could not defend itself; without its own textiles, it was at the economic mercy of the British. Domestic industry offered the best solution for true economic and military independence. In Manufacturing Advantage, Lindsay Schakenbach Regele shows how the US government promoted the industrial development of textiles and weapons to defend the country from hostile armies—and hostile imports. Moving from the late 1700s through the Mexican-American War, Schakenbach Regele argues that both industries developed as a result of what she calls “national security capitalism”: a mixed enterprise system in which government agents and private producers brokered solutions to the problems of war and international economic disparities. War and State Department officials played particularly key roles in the emergence of American industry, facilitating arms makers and power loom weavers in the quest to develop industrial resources. And this defensive strategy, Schakenbach Regele reveals, eventually evolved to promote westward expansion, as well as America’s growing commercial and territorial empire. Examining these issues through the lens of geopolitics, Manufacturing Advantage places the rise of industry in the United States in the context of territorial expansion, diplomacy, and warfare. Ultimately, the book reveals the complex link between government intervention and private initiative in a country struggling to create a political economy that balanced military competence with commercial needs.
Strategic Manufacturing For Competitive Advantage
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Author : Steve Brown
language : en
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Release Date : 1996
Strategic Manufacturing For Competitive Advantage written by Steve Brown and has been published by Prentice Hall PTR this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Business planning categories.
This book concentrates on the strategic role and importance of production / operations, enabling the firm to be competitive in global markets. The first chapter, on strategic issues, provides an important framework for the rest of the book. Human resource management and new product development are given chapters of their own, and the chapter on manufacturing strategy provides an exhaustive discussion of key areas. Endorsements "There is no single text that I can think of which is as soundly written on the subject as this one. The perspective is clearly based on 20/20 vision, the toolkit is knowledgeably and freshly laid out and the supporting evidence described by a person obviously and freshly laid out and the supporting evidence described by a person obviously master of his subject." Dr Tom Mullen, Strathclyde Graduate Business School, University of Strathclyde "A timely book which is a step ahead of competing texts by demanding proper consideration be given to production and human resource operations in the top planners' inner sanctum. This text demonstrates how to achieve competitive and desired results. Strategy and tactics are rarely so thoroughly examined in a way to help the manager and employer alike to meet the new global challenge of the 21st century." Dr Manton C Gibbs, Professor of Strategic Studies, International Journal of Commerce and Management
Additive Manufacturing Advantage
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Author : Sanjay Kumar
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-07-21
Additive Manufacturing Advantage written by Sanjay Kumar and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-21 with Technology & Engineering categories.
This book provides a concise introduction to additive manufacturing, accessible to anyone with a basic background in engineering and materials science. The author explains additive manufacturing (AM) in terms of advantages and disadvantages and gives a concise list of advantages and disadvantages, enabling readers to understand AM in relation to other techniques. Additionally, this book clarifies various contradictions with the help of numerous examples. This book: Offers readers a unique, accelerated learning tool, revealing the subtleties of Additive Manufacturing Describes a concept for refabrication in the context of additive manufacturing, providing new insight into repair and refurbishment Discusses additive manufacturing not only as a design tool, but also a production tool in the context of mass-production
It S About Time
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Author : Rajan Suri
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2010-03-31
It S About Time written by Rajan Suri and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-03-31 with Business & Economics categories.
In the decade since the publication of Rajan Suri’s landmark book, Quick Response Manufacturing, the innovative principles of QRM have been proven with impressive results at many companies, big and small, in a variety of industries. While the key principles of QRM remain unchanged, after a decade of teaching QRM workshops to senior executives, Suri has developed a clear, concise, and accessible method of presenting QRM strategy using four core concepts: 1. The Power of Time – the huge impact time has on your entire enterprise 2. Organization Structure – how to structure your organization to reduce lead times 3. System Dynamics – understanding how interactions between jobs and resources impact time to make better decisions on capacity, lot sizes, and similar issues 4. Enterprise-Wide Application – QRM is not just a shop floor strategy, it extends across your whole enterprise including material planning and control, supply management, office operations, and new product introduction Presenting new case studies on QRM implementation, It's About Time: The Competitive Advantage of Quick Response Manufacturing illustrates how QRM can not only reduce lead times but also improve quality, reduce operating costs, and enable companies to gain substantial market share. This practical reference explains how factories in advanced nations can use QRM strategy to compete with manufacturers in low-wage countries. In addition, it provides helpful pointers for QRM implementation, including accounting strategies, novel cost-justification approaches, and a stepwise process for implementation. Also included are downloadable resources with five appendices that provide a number of practical details to assist in the success of your QRM implementation. When you are ready to start implementing QRM, you will find that these appendices contain time-saving tips to help you work through implementation issues¿including simple calculation methods and tools to support the design of your QRM strategy. You can also access these Appendices on the Downloads and updates tab on https://www.crcpress.com/9781439805961. The author, Rajan Suri, recently became one of only 10 people to be inducted into Industry Week's 2010 Manufacturing Hall of Fame.
Integrating Design And Manufacturing For Competitive Advantage
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Author : Gerald I. Susman
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 1992-10-15
Integrating Design And Manufacturing For Competitive Advantage written by Gerald I. Susman and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992-10-15 with Business & Economics categories.
With more emphasis being placed on the cost and quality of new products and on reducing the lead time to develop them, attention is turning to the increasingly important topic of design for manufacturing (DFM). This involves the collaboration among research and development, manufacturing, and other company functions and is aimed at accelerating the new product development process from product conception to market introduction. A company can create a competitive advantage for itself by managing the process and its related organizational dynamics effectively. This collection of essays focuses on the development of strategic capabilities through use of DFM tools and practices, the role of DFM in specific product development phases, and the social, political, and cultural context within which DFM is introduced.
Lean Production For Competitive Advantage
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Author : John Nicholas
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2011-06-23
Lean Production For Competitive Advantage written by John Nicholas and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-06-23 with Business & Economics categories.
The Lean concepts and principles described in this book have revolutionized manufacturing practice and business conduct in a manner similar to what Henry Ford’s system did for mass manufacturing. Lean production however, involves much more than the adoption of methods and procedures, it requires a change in management philosophy that emphasizes relationship building, trust, and responsibility being conferred to frontline workers and suppliers. Based on three decades of teaching experience, Lean Production for a Competitive Advantage: A Comprehensive Guide to Lean Methodologies and Management Practices introduces the Lean philosophy and illustrates the effective application of Lean tools with real-world case studies. From fundamental concepts to integrated planning and control in pull production and the supply chain, the text provides a complete introduction to Lean production. Coverage includes small batch production, setup reduction, pull production, preventive maintenance, standard operations, as well as synchronizing and scheduling lean operations. Detailing the key principles and practices of Lean production, the text also: Illustrates effective implementation techniques with case studies from a range of industries Includes questions and completed problems in each chapter Explains how to effectively partner with suppliers and employees to accomplish productivity goals Designed for students who have a basic foundation in production and operations management, the text provides a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles of Lean. It also offers practical know-how for implementing a culture of continuous improvement on the shop floor or in the office, creating a heightened sense of responsibility and pride in all stakeholders involved, and enhancing productivity and efficiency to improve the bottom line. Instructor’s material available – please contact: [email protected] or call 1-800-634-7064 to request these materials.
Flexible Manufacturing
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Author : John E. Lenz
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1989
Flexible Manufacturing written by John E. Lenz and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1989 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Providing the basis for a formal flexible manufacturing design procedure, effective color graphics animation of simulation, and an economoc model for inverstment decisions, this important reference takes a fresh look at flexible manufacturing, going beyond computerization and mechanization to develop a unique technology.