Summary

People and Product Management in Manufacturing reviews essential techniques, tools, methodologies, framework and principles for resolving people and product-oriented problems in manufacturing. The book focuses on the key elements that will enhance manufacturing competitiveness. Tested models, approaches and case studies are presented. The introduction discusses the factory of the future and world-class manufacturing. The book is divided into six parts: Part I provides ideas for managing change in manufacturing operations. Techniques for managing product changes in manufacturing operations are discussed. Part II addresses value control and total quality management. Ideas and case studies on just-in-time production are examined. Part III presents models and techniques for productivity and efficiency measurement in manufacturing. Part IV covers the systems analysis approach for designing factory integrated systems. A knowledge-based scheduling and control model is analysed. Part V, discusses project planning, investment analysis and part control in manufacturing operations. Part VI is devoted to personnel development and motivation.