Integrated Manufacturing Information System: : A Three‐stage Decision Procedure

Abstract

The fast‐changing manufacturing environment has been the prime cause of a company′s growing dissatisfaction with its production information system, which ultimately led to the realization of the need for an Integrated Manufacturing Information System (IMIS). A three‐stage procedure was established to assist the investment decision, which involved informal communication, project appraisal, and installation planning. While the long‐term impact of the IMIS on the company′s business operation is yet to be fully understood, its short‐term benefits are being realized. These include substantial savings on overheads, a marked increase in productive hours, and promising improvement in productivity.

Citation

Zhuang, L. and Burns, G. (1994), "Integrated Manufacturing Information System: : A Three‐stage Decision Procedure", Integrated Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 5 No. 3, pp. 10-19. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576069410064706