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 t...... 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 strategi...... 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...... 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) abilit...... 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 fun...... 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 empir...... 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. D...... hiện toàn bộ