Restoring Our Competitive Edge
Competing Through Manufacturing

Robert H. Hayes (Author), Steven C. Wheelwright (Author)

9780471051596, Wiley

Hardback, published 25 July 1984

440 pages
24.4 x 16.6 x 2.8 cm, 0.751 kg

This problem solver offers a wealth of remedies for American industry's neglect of competitive manufacturing strategies and its resulting loss of productivity. Drawing upon the example of world-class and foreign manufacturers, the book illustrates what American industry must do in terms of manufacturing capability to regain a preeminent spot in the marketplace.

The New Competitive Challenge for Manufacturing.

The Concept of Manufacturing Strategy.

Long-term Capacity Strategies.

Facilities Strategy.

Implementing Facilities Planning Processes.

The Technology of Manufacturing Processes.

Matching Process Technology with Product/MarketRequirements.

The Experience Curve--A Framework for Manufacturing PerformanceImprovement.

Vertical Integration and Sourcing.

Managing Changes in Manufacturing's Technology andStructure.

German Approaches to Manufacturing Management.

Japanese Approaches to Manufacturing Management.

Learning from Your World-class Competitors.

Building Manufacturing's Competitive Potential.

Index.

Subject Areas: Business & management [KJ]