An Agenda For Research on the Flexibility of Manufacturing Processes
International Journal of Operations & Production Management
ISSN: 0144-3577
Article publication date: 1 January 1987
Abstract
This paper outlines an agenda for conducting rigorous research into the flexibility of manufacturing processes. Its underlying premise is that current efforts are being impeded by the absence of operational measures for the concept. An initial domain for defining flexibility is established, specific measures are suggested, and sampling issues are discussed. There is also a discussion of relevant research problems that can be addressed once valid and reliable operationalisations exist.
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Citation
Gerwin, D. (1987), "An Agenda For Research on the Flexibility of Manufacturing Processes", International Journal of Operations & Production Management, Vol. 7 No. 1, pp. 38-49. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb054784
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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