Core competence
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British firm T & N recognizes the value of training and education in the manufacturing industry. The automotive parts manufacturer forges ties with academic institutions for the proper education of future engineers. The company implements company-wide training programs to complement the training programs of its different subsidiaries. T & N also has a small central human resource department whose responsibility is to supervise the development of the firm's future managers. The company also has a task force for training inexperienced graduates.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1996
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Neighbourhood watch
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The Manufacturing Challenge aims to improve the performance of small to medium size manufacturing firms which are those with 10 to 500 employees. Companies under the program will implement customized plans with specific targets that include reduced working capital, improved quality and increased productivity in terms of sales per employee. The firms would have access to consultants and manufacturing experts while being allowed to visit successful companies to learn about their strategies.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1997
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Dyson appliances
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Dyson Appliances is one of the UK's major success stories. The company, which makes vacuum cleaners, was founded in 1993, since when it has grown to achieve annual global sales of 320 million pounds sterling and a turnover of 190 million pounds sterling. Dyson, with its innovative dual cyclone technology, leads the UK's floor care market with a 35% volume share and a 52% value share.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 2000
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