Constraint priority scheduling using an agent‐based approachIndustrial Management and Data Systems - Tập 111 Số 2 - Trang 246-263 - 2011
C.Y.Lam, W.H.Ip
PurposeScheduling needs to be concise and well‐determined but able to respond to
the ever‐changing and uncertain market or environment against the constraints of
production capacity, resources, time frame, etc. The purpose of this paper is to
model and solve a scheduling problem with another domain perspective that adopts
the concept of agent, and an agent‐based scheduling environment is proposed ... hiện toàn bộ
Organizational Design for Self‐managed TeamsIndustrial Management and Data Systems - Tập 94 Số 10 - Trang 20-25 - 1994
Mary S.Thibodeaux, Sandy K.Faden
Explores the organizational components deemed necessary to the development of
heterogeneous self‐managed work teams. Explains the interrelationship between
organizational structure and strategies. Describes the organic structure, with
emphasis on formalization, socialization, training and empowerment/
decentralization, as the cornerstone of the development of these teams. Outlines
strategies for e... hiện toàn bộ
The Computer Revolution in Organizational ManagementIndustrial Management and Data Systems - Tập 92 Số 6 - Trang 8-12 - 1992
AfsanehFanaeian‐Nour, Brian H.Kleiner
Reviews the impact of computers on the business world. Suggests that
organizational structure is now dictated by advances in the field and that
information technology is changing the fundamental nature of industry. Discusses
the future goals of the computer industry and the effects the expected computer
revolution will have on organizational management. Briefly discusses office and
factory automat... hiện toàn bộ
Knowledge transfer to the subsidiaries operating in overseasIndustrial Management and Data Systems - Tập 110 Số 4 - Trang 516-531 - 2010
JoséMartins, NelsonAntónio
PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide information for the companies
that pretend to transfer knowledge to their subsidiaries situated in an least
developed country (LDC), because of the local operative specificity which is
influenced by three analytical dimensions: first, the multinational enterprise's
(MNE) ability to transfer knowledge; second, the climate of cooperation between
the MNE... hiện toàn bộ
The effect of the Internet in industrial channels: an industry exampleIndustrial Management and Data Systems - Tập 103 Số 2 - Trang 78-84 - 2003
WilliamLightfoot, James R.Harris
This paper critically examines the affect of the Internet on industrial sales
channels. The technology and strategy of industrial exchanges is discussed.
Recent critiques of B2B activities are reviewed within the context of the motion
control industry. Conclusions are provided that should assist managers in this
industry.
The impact of JIT‐II‐selling on organizational performanceIndustrial Management and Data Systems - Tập 107 Số 7 - Trang 1018-1035 - 2007
Kenneth W.Green, R. AnthonyInman
PurposeIn response to the just‐in‐time (JIT) II purchasing strategy developed at
Bose, sellers in the manufacturing sector have become JIT‐II sellers. The
purpose of this study is to test the propositions that implementation of a
JIT‐II‐selling strategy strengthens the strategic link between the production
and marketing functions and leverages the impact of a market orientation on
organizational p... hiện toàn bộ
The influence on corporate entrepreneurship of technological variablesIndustrial Management and Data Systems - Tập 111 Số 7 - Trang 984-1005 - 2011
RodrigoMartín‐Rojas, Víctor J.García‐Morales, EncarnaciónGarcía‐Sánchez
PurposeThe aim of this paper is to highlight the importance of different
technological aspects of organizations on Spanish high‐technology firms'
performance.Design/methodology/approachThe relationships studied are confirmed
empirically using a structural equation model to demonstrate our hypotheses. The
sample was selected from the database “Dun & Bradstreet España” in the year 2005
and includes ... hiện toàn bộ
The changing strategic vision of South African manufacturing:Industrial Management and Data Systems - - 1995
Clive D.Simon, Amrik S.Sohal
Examines some of the issues faced by South African manufacturing concerns and
considers in particular the chemical industry. Considers the macro‐environmental
factors with particular reference to the political environment, unemployment and
violence, and the effect of the removal of sanctions. Examines the South African
chemical industry in terms of its past history and present structure. Discusses... hiện toàn bộ