Manufacturing capabilities and performance improvement

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
pp. 25-27
Keyword(s):  
Positive Outcome ◽  
Operating Environment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Competitive Capabilities ◽  
Market Requirements ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Potential Impact ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds his/her own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Aligning key competitive capabilities with market requirements offers organizations scope to improve productivity and overall performance. Any positive outcome can be further enhanced when appropriate focus is placed on capabilities that have the greatest relevance and potential impact within the firm’s specific operating environment. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Hopes and fears

2015 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 27-29
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Business Organizations ◽  
Operating Environment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Technological Developments ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
New Challenges ◽  
The One ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – To say it is tough for business organizations today would be a massive understatement. Thanks largely to globalization and technological developments, the operating environment has arguably become more competitive than ever before. Firms thus need to constantly evolve in order to meet the array of new challenges which regularly face them. For those unable to adapt, survival and prosperity may ultimately be elusive. Change has invariably proved to be something of a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it can signal opportunity and prompt excitement and anticipation. But many others see change in terms of threat. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Towards more effective strategy execution

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 19-21
Keyword(s):  
Driving Force ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
The Other ◽  
Effective Strategy ◽  
Strategy Execution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Efficiency in both planning and implementation impact on the overall performance of any strategy. Execution is often below standard though, particularly where public sector firms are concerned. But strong leadership can provide the necessary guidance and serve as a driving force to effectively align all the other key components and significantly improve the outcome as a result. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

To tell or not to tell?

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 33-35
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Fertility Treatment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Employees face a considerable dilemma in deciding whether to inform their employer about sensitive personal issues like fertility treatment that might impact on their attendance and performance. If effective policies are created, employees can properly evaluate the issues involved and receive appropriate support to aid their decision-making. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

An empirical study of the relationships among strategy, flexibility, and performance in the supply chain context

2009 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 177-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kamel Aissa Fantazy ◽  
Vinod Kumar ◽  
Uma Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Innovative Strategy ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Canadian Manufacturing ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThe purpose of this research is to examine the relationships among strategy, flexibility, and performance in the supply chain context.Design/methodology/approachThe research is based on a quantitative approach using a questionnaire survey and personal interviews from a total of 175 small and medium‐sized Canadian manufacturing companies. The identified constructs have been utilized to test a theoretical model using the path analysis technique.FindingsFirst, the findings provide evidence of direct effects of strategy on flexibility and flexibility on performance. Second, innovative strategy firms must invest time and resources in developing new product and delivery flexibility; while customer‐oriented strategy firms are required to invest heavily in developing sourcing, product, and delivery flexibility and follower strategy firms need no investment in any specific type of flexibility. Third, results demonstrated that Canadian manufacturers must reconsider how they use information technology to enhance information systems flexibility and improve overall performance.Research limitations/implicationsThe measures of flexibility and strategy dimensions used to rate the supply chain organizations are a possible limitation of the research study.Practical implicationsManagers need to think seriously about which type of flexibility they implement and that they should not increase all dimensions of flexibility in their power; some dimensions of flexibility may not significantly contribute to the overall performance. Considering that small and medium‐sized enterprises have limited resources, it is important for managers to carefully assess their strategic needs before getting involved in any flexibility program; otherwise the result can be competitively negative.Originality/valueNo empirical study was found in the supply chain literature that specifically investigates the relationships among strategy, flexibility and performance in the supply chain context; the paper fills an important gap in the supply chain literature.

Dimensions of corporate entrepreneurial strategy

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (8) ◽  
pp. 7-10
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Market Opportunity ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Strategic Approach ◽  
Entrepreneurial Organizations ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Potential Impact ◽  
Entrepreneurial Strategy ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Taking a more strategic approach enables entrepreneurial organizations to identify and exploit different types of market opportunity. Decision-making can be optimized when companies are alert to the potential impact of environment and agency factors on their corporate entrepreneurial strategy. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Measures of learning in the workplace

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 15-18
Keyword(s):  
Workplace Learning ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Diverse Range ◽  
Empirical Measures ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Workplace learning is important for both individuals and organizations for sustainable development in a fast-paced and changing competitive business environment. This article looks at 9 empirical measures of workplace learning, looking at individual and contextual factors affecting learning, activities for learning, and the outcomes of learning. The review provides Human Resource departments guidance on supporting a diverse range of job-related learning opportunities to increase employee and organizational knowledge and performance. Originality The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Market entry timing and performance

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Subsequent Performance ◽  
Entry Points ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Entry Timing ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Level Analysis

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Deciding when to enter new markets is becoming increasingly more difficult for companies. Managers can determine appropriate strategic approaches by focusing on product-level analysis and identifying factors that impact on the suitability of different entry points and subsequent performance. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Increasing the viability of project selection and prioritization

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Project Work ◽  
Business Analytics ◽  
Operating Environment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Design/methodology/approach This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Findings Business analytics (BA) can help firms better select and prioritize project work they undertake. Data generated through analytics permits awareness of changes in the operating environment and can be used to inform sensemaking and alongside intuition to enhance decision-making. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Improving key competencies of project managers

2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Self Evaluation ◽  
Key Competencies ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Core Self ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Efficiency of project managers demands competence in many areas. Through appropriate development in different dimensions of core self-evaluation and cultural intelligence, companies can strengthen these manager competencies and enhance overall performance. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Successful strategy execution for public sector firms

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (7) ◽  
pp. 26-28
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Strategy Execution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Public Sector Organizations ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Critical Components ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Poor execution is the main reason for the failure of most strategies. Addressing nine critical components can enable public sector organizations to increase the rate of successful implementations and enhance overall performance as a result. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

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