The Art of Operations Management - Crafting Efficient and Effective Processes
Pasquale De Marco
Publisher: Publishdrive
Summary
In a world driven by efficiency and productivity, "The Art of Operations Management: Crafting Efficient and Effective Processes" emerges as an essential guide for business leaders, managers, and aspiring professionals seeking to excel in the field of operations management. This comprehensive book provides a thorough understanding of the principles, strategies, and techniques that underpin successful operations management practices. Delving into the core concepts of operations management, this book elucidates its significance in enhancing organizational performance. It explores the various functions and challenges encountered in this domain, emphasizing the crucial role of technology in revolutionizing operations and driving competitive advantage. Moving beyond theoretical frameworks, this book equips readers with practical guidance for formulating an operations strategy that aligns with their organization's overall business objectives. It delves into different types of operations strategies, outlining their key elements and providing a step-by-step approach for implementation and evaluation. The book also delves into the intricacies of product and service design, emphasizing the importance of quality management and control. It examines various techniques and methodologies for ensuring product and service quality, enabling readers to deliver exceptional offerings to their customers. With a focus on process optimization, this book explores the concepts of process design and selection, guiding readers through the methodologies for analyzing, designing, and selecting efficient processes. It highlights the significance of work measurement and time standards in achieving operational efficiency and discusses the benefits of automation and technology integration in process improvement. To further enhance operational effectiveness, the book explores capacity planning and scheduling techniques, providing a comprehensive understanding of how to optimize resource utilization and meet fluctuating demand. It also delves into inventory management, covering various types of inventory, inventory management techniques, and the concept of just-in-time (JIT) inventory. If you like this book, write a review!
Available since: 06/02/2025.
Print length: 146 pages.
