Operations Management focuses on getting things done and converting inputs into outputs through some conversion of transformation processes. Operations managers integrate the manufacturing and service operations required to produce the tangible/intangible outputs and manage the productive systems both efficiently and effectively. They face wide variety of challenges in the current business environment which has became highly competitive because of globalizations and technological advancements in the operations area. Increasing competition has compelled operation managers world-wide to strive to increase utilization of existing facilities and economies on depleting natural resources and at the same time achieve higher productivity to sustain competition and ensure survival and growth of their organizations. Today operations management assumes a major role to play in the financial success and profitability of an enterprise snagged in producing tangible goods or offering services to meet the requirements of its customers and achieve high degree of customer satisfaction.
| Book Content of Operations Management | |
| 1. An Overview of Operations Management 2. Process Management 3. Operations Planning and Control 4. Aggregate Planning 5. Scheduling of Operations 6. Facility Location and Layout 7. Maintenance Management 8. Quality Control 9. Work Study 10. Materials Management 11. Stores Management 12. Inventory Management 13. Value Analysis Appendices |
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