The technology of modern‐day production processes has improved to such an extent that situations could arise in which the proportion of defective items is so low that the conventional p chart is no longer appropriate for process control. An alternative charting technique, based on more exact...

A management system which has been used in Japan's Toyota Motor Company for many years is described. The system is applicable to the assembled goods industry and is widely used in such circumstances in that country. It extends well beyond production and inventory control and incorporates a...

Co‐ordination of the activities of production units is necessary to realise the required delivery performance in the market. These should not conflict with reaching the production economics objectives of each of the units. Production structure is needed to reduce the complexity and should...

There are a number of major prerequisites in the planning, design and operation of all manufacturing systems. These include resource planning, production flow analysis and reliability assessment. The application of these methods form an integral part of an overall feasibility study, the result...

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...

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

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...

Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints 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 the...

The mobilityleaders programme is a key strategic initiative, launched by BT in November 1998. One of the main aims of the programme is to facilitate the creation and exchange of knowledge between BT's joint ventures with mobile operating licences and a number of key suppliers. At the heart of...

What makes for effective corporate real estate and facilities management (CRE/FM) organisations? Beyond reporting structure and sourcing decisions, the CRE/FM organisation must consider the relationship of four strategic design issues: (1) Relevance to the enterprise, (2) Process and...