scholarly journals The Level of the Additive Manufacturing Technology Use in Polish Metal and Automotive Manufacturing Enterprises

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 735 ◽  
Author(s):  
Justyna Patalas-Maliszewska ◽  
Marcin Topczak ◽  
Sławomir Kłos
Keyword(s):  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Automotive Manufacturing ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
Economic Practice ◽  
Manufacturing Technologies ◽  
The Relationship

(1) Background: Products, manufactured using additive manufacturing technologies (AM) are increasingly present on the market. The research was undertaken to determine the possibilities of increasing the use of AM technology in Polish manufacturing companies. The aim of the paper is to determinate the level of the AM technology use of Polish Metal and Automotive Manufacturing and the influence of AM technology use on the increase of manufacturing company’s competitiveness–in the context of Polish Manufacturing Companies. (2) Methods: This paper uses literature studies to determinate the AM technology used within the production processes in the automotive and metal industry companies (so called dimensions) and a questionnaire survey, which was carried out on a sample of 250 Polish Metal and Automotive Manufacturing Enterprises. (3) Results: The results were verified by a statistical analysis, using correlation coefficients. Based on the data obtained, it was determined that both metal and automotive Polish companies use, or have in their investment plans, the implementation of AM technology, due to the need to reduce production costs and increase speed and flexibility when responding to customer needs. Moreover, the relationship between applied additive manufacturing technologies and the effects of their use, in enterprises, was analysed. The novelty of our work is defining the dimensions of the AM technology use for our empirical research and determining the influence of AM technology use on the increase Polish manufacturing company’s competitiveness. (4) Conclusions: The possibilities of using the results of research in economic practice were demonstrated. We also highlighted the impracticality for managers to support the selection and implementation of AM technology in the context of obtaining possible benefits for a manufacturing company.

scholarly journals Modelling the Demand for AM Technologies in Polish Manufacturing Enterprises Using Bayesian Networks

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 601
Author(s):  
Justyna Patalas-Maliszewska ◽  
Małgorzata Śliwa ◽  
Marcin Topczak
Keyword(s):  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Bayesian Networks ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Additive Technologies ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Automotive Manufacturing ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
Economic Practice ◽  
Manufacturing Technologies

Combining the knowledge about additive manufacturing technologies available in the literature with the results of empirical research in Polish manufacturing enterprises, regarding the implementation of AM, using the Bayesian network, will allow the recent demand for AM technologies to be defined in the context of an industry’s needs. The main purpose of the study is to build a new model that integrates: (1) knowledge about the implementation of AM in manufacturing companies, gained from the literature, (2) knowledge about the demands and state of the use of AM from 250 Polish metal and automotive manufacturing enterprises, and (3) Bayesian networks. The results reveal that the model developed is able to accurately detect the key determinants of the implementation process of AM technologies within a manufacturing company and identify the specific requirements for the further implementation of additive technologies. The freshness of our work is defining the demand for AM technology based on the knowledge gained from literature and knowledge received through empirical study. The possibilities of using the results of research in economic practice were demonstrated. This new approach can be treated as a solution, which will both direct and help mangers to take the decision to implement AM technologies.

scholarly journals Moderating effects of the relationship between offshore outsourcing and the export capability of firms

2016 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 33-42 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Garcilazo Lagunes ◽  
I. Danvila Del Valle ◽  
M. A. Sastre Castillo
Keyword(s):  
Export Performance ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Offshore Outsourcing ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Moderating Effects ◽  
Foreign Markets ◽  
Export Markets ◽  
Resource Based View ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

This paper analyzes the effect of offshore outsourcing on the export performance of firms, based on the theories of international business, the resource-based view of the firm and the transaction cost theory.Outsourcing can reduce production costs and increase flexibility. It can also provide new resources and market knowledge. However, the impact of offshore outsourcing depends on the resources and capabilities of firms to manage a network of foreign suppliers, and to absorb knowledge of foreign markets. Using a database of about 1,000 manufacturing companies in Mexico in 2011, we found that offshore outsourcing increases the performance of exports. The effects are stronger in export markets from which the company also imports intermediate goods.The results also show that the size of the company, the organization of intra-firm imports and export experience moderate the effects of outsourcing in a positive way.

scholarly journals Role of Servitization, Digitalization, and Innovation Performance in Manufacturing Enterprises

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (17) ◽  
pp. 9878
Author(s):  
Lei Shen ◽  
Cong Sun ◽  
Muhammad Ali
Keyword(s):  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Dynamic Capabilities ◽  
Innovation Performance ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Business Innovation ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
Enterprise Innovation ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

The structure of the manufacturing industry has forced manufacturing companies to understand the importance of digitalization and servitization transformation, in terms of production and R&D. In this study, we examine the relationship between servitization, digitization, and enterprise innovation performance through the lens of dynamic capabilities within enterprises. We also discuss the impact of the transformation servitization strategy on business innovation, and the mechanisms by which it impacts business innovation performance. The study’s findings indicate that servitization significantly contributes to innovation performance, and digitalization acts as a mediating mechanism between the proposed relationships. Thus, this article argues for the integration and growth of servitization and digitization.

scholarly journals Research on the impact of innovation input on enterprise performance in manufacturing enterprises--- Moderating effect based on governance structure

2021 ◽  
Vol 292 ◽  
pp. 02054
Author(s):  
QianYu Zhao ◽  
Gang Fu ◽  
WanTing Liu
Keyword(s):  
Firm Performance ◽  
Industrial Development ◽  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
Negative Influence ◽  
Moderating Effect ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

Manufacturing industry is the lifeblood of national economy, and innovation input is the lifeline of manufacturing enterprises. This paper selects the financial data of China’s listed manufacturing companies from 2015 to 2019 to study the moderating effect of governance structure on the relationship between innovation input and firm performance. It is found that innovation investment has a negative influence on firm performance with lag. In terms of ownership structure, ownership concentration has a negative moderating effect on the relationship between innovation input and firm performance. The degree of equity balance has a positive moderating effect on the relationship between innovation input and firm performance. According to the conclusion of this study, it is expected to optimize the governance structure of China’s manufacturing enterprises and promote industrial development.

scholarly journals Exploring Determinants of Innovation Capability in Manufacturing Companies Operating in Poland

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (17) ◽  
pp. 7101
Author(s):  
Agata Sudolska ◽  
Justyna Łapińska
Keyword(s):  
Innovation Capability ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
Central Statistical ◽  
Central Statistical Office ◽  
Innovation Output ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
A Company ◽  
Empirical Contribution

The innovation capability of a company is considered the determinant of its competitiveness in the long-term. Therefore, it is of increasing importance to understand the critical variable behind a firm’s innovation capability. The paper explores these issues and contributes to the research on the factors that drive a company’s innovation capability. The aim of the paper is to identify which factors determine the innovation capability of manufacturing enterprises operating in Poland. In the theoretical part, it provides an overview of recent contributions to the literature on a company’s innovation capability enhancers. The empirical contribution of the paper refers to recognising the relationship between the certain practices pursued by Polish manufacturing enterprises and their innovation capability measured by innovation output. Using a model for panel data, the study finds that that the factors driving innovation capability of manufacturing enterprises operating in Poland are the following: inter-organisational cooperation, hiring employees in research and development (R&D) activities as well as firms’ internal expenditures on R&D. The study is based on the data from publications of the Central Statistical Office of Poland, which contain information on the activities of manufacturing enterprises and reports presenting the results of research on the innovation capability of enterprises.

Factors Affecting Job Satisfaction In Two Automotive Industries In Malaysia

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Siti Zawiah Dawal ◽  
Zahari Taha
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Job Characteristics ◽  
Work Design ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Automotive Manufacturing ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Multiple Choice Questionnaire ◽  
The Relationship

Satu tinjauan telah dijalankan untuk menyiasat perhubungan di antara kepuasan kerja, ciri-ciri tugasan dan faktor suasana yang mempengaruhi reka bentuk kerja di dua buah syarikat pembuatan automotif di Malaysia. Matlamat utama kajian adalah untuk menentukan faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi persepsi pekerja terhadap tugas mereka. 170 orang subjek lelaki berumur di antara 18 tahun hingga 40 tahun dengan purata umur 26.8 tahun dengan sisihan piawai (SP) 5.3 tahun dan purata pengalaman kerja 6.5 tahun dengan SP 4.9 tahun telah mengambil bahagian. Satu set soalan pelbagai pilihan telah dihasilkan dan maklumat dikumpulkan dengan cara menemuduga pekerja di kilang pengeluaran tersebut. Hasil tinjauan menyokong kajian dengan menunjukkan bahawa ciri-ciri tugasan dan faktor-faktor suasana mempunyai hubungan yang signifikan dengan kepuasan kerja. Kata kunci: Kepuasan kerja, ciri-ciri tugasan, faktor-faktor suasana, reka bentuk kerja, industri automotif A survey was conducted to investigate the relationship between job satisfaction, job characteristics and environmental factors that affect work design in two automotive manufacturing companies in Malaysia. The aim of the study is to determine the factors that influence employees’ perception towards their work. 170 male subjects between the ages of 18 to 40 years with the mean age of 26.8 and standard deviation (SD) of 5.3 years and mean work experience of 6.5 and SD of 4.9 years were involved. A set of multiple choice questionnaire was developed and data was collected by interviewing the employees at the production plants. The survey focused on job satisfaction, job characteristics and environmental factors. The results showed that job characteristics and environmental factors were significantly related to job satisfaction. Key words: Job satisfaction, job characteristic factors, environmental factors, work design, automotive industry

scholarly journals A new management approach based on Additive Manufacturing technologies and Industry 4.0 requirements

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 125-135
Author(s):  
J. Patalas-Maliszewska ◽  
M. Topczak
Keyword(s):  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Strategic Decision ◽  
Management Approach ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
The Impact

Nowadays, it is necessary to formulate and implement a development strategy in manufacturing enterprises, in line with the assumptions of the Industry 4.0 concept. In this context, a gap in the research has been observed in effective management methods, in order to gain a competitive advantage through the implementation and use of Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies. The main purpose of the study is to build a new approach to management, based on the implementation of new AM technologies and good practice. This paper uses the detailed literature studies and results from the empirical research of some 250 Polish manufacturing enterprises; this material contains a sample thereof, processed into a new approach. The major contributions of the work are as follows: (1) identification of current management areas in which manufacturing companies focus their activities, in the context of Industry 4.0, (2) the establishment of the correlation between gaining a competitive advantage and implementing AM technologies in the context of Industry 4.0, (3) Defining the so-called AM4.0CARD as a new management approach, based on AM technologies and the requirements of Industry 4.0. Managers of manufacturing enterprises, thanks to the use of the proposed approach, may take a strategic decision, regarding the implementation of AM technologies, due to the possibility of forecasting the impact of such an investment on the improvement of the company's competitive advantage.

scholarly journals Shape and volume optimization of industrial parts

2022 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 058-064
Author(s):  
Juraj Beniak ◽  
Miloš Matúš ◽  
Ľubomír Šooš ◽  
Peter Križan
Keyword(s):  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Strength Properties ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Topological Optimization ◽  
Material Consumption ◽  
Great Pressure ◽  
End Use ◽  
Manufacturing Technologies ◽  
Original Part

In the present time, there are many challenges in the production of industrial parts. Due to the constantly rising prices of materials and energy, it is necessary to constantly look for ways to optimize production costs and optimize material consumption. There is great pressure on economical production, i. to produce products with the lowest costs given the expected and necessary properties. With the introduction of additive manufacturing technologies into practice and the production of parts for end use comes the introduction of methods for optimizing the shape of the part and the required amount of material for its production. We call this method Topological Optimization. The presented article describes the preparation of topologically optimized parts and a comparison of their strength properties with respect to the original and the original part.

scholarly journals Contribution of Manufacturing Strategy to Competitive Performance of Manufacturing Companies: Empirical Evidence from Vietnam

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (22) ◽  
pp. 482-503
Author(s):  
Hoa HoangMr. ◽  
Anh Chi Phan ◽  
Phong Le Thai
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Statistical Techniques ◽  
Manufacturing Strategy ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Competitive Performance ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
The Relationship

This paper presents the results of an empirical study examining the relationship between manufacturing strategy and competitive performance of Vietnamese manufacturers, with focus on the technology factor of manufacturing strategy. Statistical techniques were used to analyze the data collected from 25 manufacturing enterprises, and the qualitative research method was employed to enrich the captured results. Findings indicate the positive impact that manufacturing strategy (together with its components namely competitive priorities and technology choices) has on firm’s competitive performance. Two case studies also provided more in-depth knowledge of the development and implementation of manufacturing strategy at Vietnamese manufacturers. From there, recommendations are proposed for management to better implement manufacturing strategy and utilize technology in order to improve competitive performance.

The Impact of GSCM on Manufacturing Enterprise’s Performance

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (04) ◽  
pp. 445-459 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhang Yu ◽  
Hêriş Golpîra ◽  
Syed Abdul Rehman Khan
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Performance ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Green Supply Chain ◽  
Environmental Responsibility ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
Social Environmental ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

The Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) is a significantly important proposition to resolve issues and hurdles between the economic development of manufacturing enterprises and its commitment to environment and society, and it will also encourage and promote the degree of green environmental and eventually enhance the enterprises performance. This article collects 136 manufacturing companies of Guangzhou and Shenzhen provinces of China as the research samples, and structural equation model (SEM) is used to explore the relationship among environmental monitoring, environmental collaboration and enterprise’s performance. These findings show that the GSCM contains social environmental responsibility information publicly and the general public engagement, provides new power to achieve the win-win situation between financial and environmental performance through collaborated environmental management activities, environmental violations monitoring and other aspects performed by downstream and upstream companies.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document