Purpose – Reviews the latest theories on process efficiency. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer. Findings – Shows the progress of lean processes in areas outside manufacturing. Originality/value – Highlights some advantages to “lean...

In this century there is likely to be more self‐examination by manufacturing industries. This is not a case of firms putting themselves in the psychiatrist’s chair; rather, companies will be looking more closely at the mechanics of how their organization works, to see where traditionally...

The establishment of a task force is a common response by businesses seeking to create significant organizational change. Xeptron, a US‐based computer corporation, perceived a need for this approach to improve its reverse logistics management in the Asia‐Pacific region. Reverse logistics...

Purpose: This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design: This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in...

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places...