Operations Management Basics -(Includes Bonus CD-ROM)

Author: Richard L. Schonberger
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: "Fundamentals of Operations Management" is based on the best-selling textbook "Operations Management" (6th Edition) by Richard L. Schonberger and James W. King. It retains the refinement of the original book while forming its own systematic structure. Additionally, some cut content is placed on the Internet via CD, allowing students with extra time to develop advanced learning. As an excellent concise edition, this book revolves around three main learning objectives:
First, it helps students become effective managers in today's competitive global market. They must discover the challenges faced by management activities throughout the enterprise and how the operations function faces challenges in alignment with the organization.
Second, it guides students to explore exciting new developments in the field of Operations Management (OM). The method involves providing vivid examples of how different companies conduct operations, introducing new data analysis techniques that enhance decision-making capabilities, and encouraging open discussions on important issues.
Third, it aligns the OM course with the needs of future managers, enabling students to understand what managers can do in terms of processes, reflect on the connections between operations management and other cross-functional areas, and master the tools and methods for improving operational decision-making. Due to its thorough elaboration on process management, this book is suitable for MBA and EMBA students who need to understand various interconnected processes in enterprises, master how to design and manage processes, and address issues related to quality, technology, and employee allocation. The book is also suitable for undergraduate students, as it provides a complete system (including clear explanations, step-by-step examples of numerous analytical tools, solutions to numerous exercises, and additional exercises).