TY - JOUR
AU1 - Donald Gerwin
AB - Purpose – This paper, originally published in 1987, seeks to outline an agenda for conducting rigorous research into the flexibility of manufacturing processes. Design/methodology/approach – 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. Findings – Its underlying premise is that current efforts are being impeded by the absence of operational measures for the concept. Originality/value – A useful historical perspective on manufacturing processes.
TI - An agenda for research on the flexibility of manufacturing processes
JF - International Journal of Operations & Production Management
DO - 10.1108/01443570510633576
DA - 2005-12-01
UR - https://www.deepdyve.com/lp/emerald-publishing/an-agenda-for-research-on-the-flexibility-of-manufacturing-processes-U2OXRYcRTo
SP - 1171
EP - 1182
VL - 25
IS - 12
DP - DeepDyve