A model for the assessment of new technology for the manufacturing enterprise
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Modern technology plays a key role in the ability of manufacturing enterprises to compete as world class manufacturers. Managers need to make complex decisions regarding applicable technologies in order to gain optimal return on technological investment. A model was developed to assess the impact of manufacturing technology on the productivity and competitiveness of the enterprise. The approach taken by the model is to view the manufacturing enterprise as a manufacturing system in which different dynamic process structures exist. A framework is defined by the hierarchical structure of the enterprise, the business processes and the fundamental business functions. This creates a 3-dimensional space in which the business processes can by mapped. From the relationship between technology and process, the impact of new technology on the enterprise can be projected onto the 3-demensional framework. Proven world class manufacturing methodologies can be assessed by the model. These typically include automated manufacturing, production management and concurrent engineering systems. Ultimately, the model can be a useful tool for developing or evaluating technology strategies for the enterprise. Keywords: Management of technology; Technology assessment; Manufacturing technology
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 2000
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Integrating the costs of a manufacturing IT/IS infrastructure into the investment decision-making process
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A study aimed at identifying and classifying various appraisal schemes that are applied during the integration of the costs of a manufacturing IT/IS infrastructure into the investment decision-making process was conducted. The study shows that traditional appraisal techniques are no longer appropriate in justifying investments in IT/IS because of the nature of intangible benefits, complexity of direct and indirect cost implications and their lack of applicability in manufacturing environments.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1997
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Manufacturing excellence for 21st century production
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Manufacturing excellence is a new concept aimed at improving the sustainability of goods production and achieving human happiness. It involves the accomplishment of small improvements in manufacturing firms to gain the competitive edge. Among the approaches to manufacturing excellence are automated production, flexible/human-centered production, manufacturing for customer satisfaction and resource-saving and green production.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1996
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