Team‐based production in the Swedish manufacturing industry: Creating favorable learning conditions

Abstract

Purpose

Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Questions about learning, education and competence development in working life have been given increased importance in recent years and there is a widespread belief among decision makers and researchers that learning and competence development are essential for productivity, competitiveness and innovation in organizations.

Practical implications

Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

Citation

(2008), "Team‐based production in the Swedish manufacturing industry: Creating favorable learning conditions", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 22 No. 3, pp. 31-33. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280810861820