A short, non-technical introduction to operations management, this text covers most mathematical techniques, including decision-making tools (decision trees), linear programming, transportation modelling, learning curves, waiting line models and simulation. In this edition there is increased focus on the growing service sector, with chapters on operation strategy, supply chain management, and "just-in-time" systems. The text also covers up-to date topics, such as re-engineering, global competition, open (vitual) organizations, finite scheduling, teams, and employee empowerment. POM for Windows software is available with this text.
- ISBN10 0132647710
- ISBN13 9780132647717
- Publish Date 9 January 1997
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 31 October 2009
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Pearson
- Edition 2nd edition
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 640
- Language English