Manufacturing capabilities and performance improvement: How strategic alignment can deliver a lasting competitive edge

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

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

Findings

Aligning key competitive capabilities with market requirements offers organizations scope to improve productivity and overall performance. Any positive outcome can be further enhanced when appropriate focus is placed on capabilities that have the greatest relevance and potential impact within the firm’s specific operating environment.

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

(2019), "Manufacturing capabilities and performance improvement: How strategic alignment can deliver a lasting competitive edge", Strategic Direction, Vol. 35 No. 5, pp. 25-27. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-02-2019-0031