Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places...

Few can doubt the complexity of achieving a true “lean” manufacturing operation. While a growing number of UK plants now seem capable of achieving a significant step forward in manufacturing performance, through the introduction of major process and “culture” improvements, actually...

Few industries can match aircraft manufacture and carriers for their volatility – there are so many external factors that can affect the bottom line. The last two years have seen a global economic downturn, the war in Iraq and threats of terrorism taking their toll. The SARS virus was another...

Purpose – To provide a concise briefing on the most topical issues and relevant implications from the top 400 management publications in the world. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the argument...

Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – Scans the top 400 management publications in the world to identify the most topical issues and latest...

Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the...

Purpose – Reviews some of the advantages and potential disadvantages of lean production in the Japanese automotive industry. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments. Findings – According to the experts, 2006 saw...

Purpose – To review comments of Don Reinsertsen in connection lean product development. Design/methodology/approach – Don Reinertsen is a renowned new product development expert and held a lean product development workshop in the UK. Findings – Many companies have a dangerously distorted...

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments...