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Ferdows K. Keeping up with growing complexity of managing global operations. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPERATIONS & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT 2018. [DOI: 10.1108/ijopm-01-2017-0019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to argue that operations management (OM) scholars ought to be among the thought leaders in research into the design and management of global production networks, but too few of them currently are. It suggests possible reasons for what is holding them back and calls for ideas for removing the obstacles.
Design/methodology/approach
This paper is a viewpoint. Nevertheless, it reports results of an indicative survey and uses example cases to illustrate and support its arguments.
Findings
The survey confirms the conclusions from previous studies that the number of publications specifically in leading OM journals focusing on management of global operations is small. Relatively high levels of detail and dynamic complexity and hysteresis of variables affecting the management of global operations are identified as the major hurdles. Applying analytical modeling, a popular research methodology among OM scholars, may be of limited use as it mandates making too many simplifying assumptions. Empirical research is also difficult because it is time consuming and requires access to often sensitive data and may require longitudinal studies. These are tough problems with no clear solutions.
Originality/value
The paper urges OM scholars to take on the broad and strategic problems in management of global operations. That would not only change how the OM discipline is viewed, but it would also benefit the firm, the economy, and the society.
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Wallace T. Innovation and hybridization. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPERATIONS & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT 2004. [DOI: 10.1108/01443570410548239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Assessing quality costs of external failures (warranty claims). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF QUALITY & RELIABILITY MANAGEMENT 2004. [DOI: 10.1108/02656710410522748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Guzmán GA. Inside modular production networks: “soft operational issues” in building factory competitiveness. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2003. [DOI: 10.1108/09576060310453308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Cauchick Miguel PA. The state‐of‐the‐art of the Brazilian QFD applications at the top 500 companies. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF QUALITY & RELIABILITY MANAGEMENT 2003. [DOI: 10.1108/02656710310453827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Scavarda LFR, Hamacher S. Evolução da cadeia de suprimentos da indústria automobilística no Brasil. RAC: REVISTA DE ADMINISTRAÇÃO CONTEMPORÂNEA 2001. [DOI: 10.1590/s1415-65552001000200010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
Abstract
Este artigo tem por objetivo descrever, caracterizar e analisar os efeitos das estratégias globais das companhias transnacionais na evolução da cadeia de suprimentos da indústria automobilística atuante no Brasil. Para isto, analisa-se a evolução desta cadeia com auxílio dos dados estatísticos da Associação Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veículos Automotores e do Sindicato Nacional da Indústria de Componentes para Veículos Automotores, à luz do referencial teórico sobre gestão da cadeia de suprimentos e considerando a realidade atual dos mecanismos de produção globalizados. Verificouse que essa evolução compreende momentos em que a cadeia apresentou elevado índice de nacionalização dos seus produtos e projetos, enquanto que em outros momentos este índice foi apenas parcial ou quase nulo. No contexto das mudanças ocorridas ao longo dos anos 90, o artigo examina de que forma estratégias globais, como fornecimento global, fornecimento acompanhando geograficamente o cliente, padronização de projetos e a adoção de plataformas mundiais estão influenciando as operações das montadoras de veículos e da indústria de autopeças atuantes no Brasil e na relevância do país na cadeia global de suprimentos.
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