Strategic Investment Planning with Technology Choice in Manufacturing Systems


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Originally published in 1994 this book examines problems related to investment planning, capacity additions, and choice of technology in dynamic manufacturing systems characterized by multiple products, dynamic demand growth, uncertainty in demand and availability of alternative technologies. A model-based methodology is developed that focuses on trade-offs between flexible and conventional technology. The research conducted for this book is directed to the development of tools to support investment decisions in production capacity over medium and long-term planning horizons.







Strategic Decision Making in Modern Manufacturing


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Strategic Decision Making in Modern Manufacturing introduces and explains the AMBIT (Advanced Manufacturing Business ImplemenTation) approach, which has been developed to bridge the gap between strategic management considerations and the operational effects of technology investment decisions on the manufacturing organisation, so that the likely impact of new manufacturing technology and/or programme implementations can be evaluated, anticipated and accurately predicted. The AMBIT approach focuses specifically on the non-financial aspects of such investment decisions and offers an approach that allows a manager, or more frequently a management team, to understand the impacts of a new technology or a new programme on the manufacturing organisation in terms of manufacturing performance.




Advanced Manufacturing Systems


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Serving as a reference and guide to both practitioners and researchers involved in the planning, control, and management of advanced manufacturing systems, Advanced Manufacturing Systems: Strategic Management and Implementation offers information on a wide range of available methodologies and tools. The contents are organized into four parts: Global Strategic Issues; Evaluation, Selection, and Adoption of the Systems; Implementation Issues; and Control and Support. Theoretical and practical, analytical and empirical, this is a valuable resource for those interested in researching or implementing these systems into their organizations.







Justification Methods for Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems


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Advanced automated manufacturing technology systems are perceived by many manufacturers to be the latest alternative to meet today's global market needs. Higher productivity, better quality, and flexibility are just a few examples of the numerous benefits which can be achieved by implementing modern computer controlled manufacturing systems. Many firms perceive Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) as one of the most promising paths to achieve manufacturing excellence. A CIM project can not be successfully implemented unless it is supported by long-term strategic planning and economic analysis of the required capital investment decisions. This book treats planning as the first step in the justification process. Papers explore both strategic planning for computer integrated manufacturing (CIM), and more detailed issues such as part-tool grouping and machine loading. The critical issue of planning for communications between various levels of computation and devices on the floor is reviewed. Capacity planning, and planning for assembly and quality control are also covered. The important role of champions in justification is explored.










The Routledge Companion to Technology Management


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Bringing together an international range of expertise, this comprehensive Companion to Technology Management is designed to facilitate the development of management frameworks adaptable for a wide range of organizations, as well as an overview of the development and integration of technology in advanced and emerging economies. Research-based and drawing on a range of practical tools and international cases, it covers the diverse spectrum of the challenges of technology management and how to approach them: I Fundamentals of Technology Management provides an overview of the fundamental aspects of technology management. II Technology Planning focusses on technology-driven organizations, government labs and universities. III Technology Evaluation includes evaluation and assessment, adoption and forecasting through management tools. IV Technology Development and Transfer includes integration, marketing and intellectual property management. V Managing Technological Innovations addresses policy, open innovation and technology entrepreneurship. VI Society and Technology Management focusses on social issues which impact technology and its management. VII New Technologies and Emerging Regions includes blockchain, biotechnologies and smart cities. This Companion is an essential comprehensive source of new and emerging approaches for researchers and advanced students in engineering and technology management, as well as professionals seeking an authoritative global reference source.