Presents an evaluative model that can be used as a framework by management of organizations to evaluate their company’s operations profile. By means of a case study, the authors demonstrate the effectiveness of the model. The data for this study was obtained through interviews, questionnaire...

Presents an application of the Toyota Production System (TPS) in a manufacturing environment. By means of a case study, discusses the most important elements of TPS, the strategies used by the company for implementing TPS, and the significant benefits that were accrued in manufacturing...

This paper provides a synthesis of world class manufacturing literature by identifying eight critical factors of world class status in a manufacturing environment. These factors can be used individually or collectively to assess a profile or organization‐wide world class manufacturing...