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Research paper thumbnail of Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global manufacturing

International Journal of Production Research

Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global ma... more Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global manufacturing Automation and advanced manufacturing technology solutions (AAMT) that present tangible and intangible benefits remain key drivers for manufacturers from both the developed and developing countries. However, the reality is that some manufacturing companies exploit the benefits of AAMT more effectively than others and develop their competitive advantage. Historically, the International Journal of Production Research (IJPR) has been instrumental in disseminating research on the challenges and benefits associated with new manufacturing technologies and this research has predominantly been documented from either an Operations Research (OR) or an Operations Management (OM) perspective. In the 1980s, IJPR publications drew attention to a range of OR issues including justification techniques (e.g. Mkrkdtth and Surksh 1986), layout design (e.g. Aneke and Carrie 1986), flow optimisation (e.g. Kimemia and Gershwin 1985) and distributed scheduling using local area networks (Shaw 1987). At the same time publications from an OM perspective included implementation issues (e.g.

Research paper thumbnail of The evolution of investment patterns on advanced manufacturing technology (AMT) in manufacturing operations: A longitudinal analysis

International Journal of Production Economics

Research paper thumbnail of Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global manufacturing

International Journal of Production Research

Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global ma... more Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global manufacturing Automation and advanced manufacturing technology solutions (AAMT) that present tangible and intangible benefits remain key drivers for manufacturers from both the developed and developing countries. However, the reality is that some manufacturing companies exploit the benefits of AAMT more effectively than others and develop their competitive advantage. Historically, the International Journal of Production Research (IJPR) has been instrumental in disseminating research on the challenges and benefits associated with new manufacturing technologies and this research has predominantly been documented from either an Operations Research (OR) or an Operations Management (OM) perspective. In the 1980s, IJPR publications drew attention to a range of OR issues including justification techniques (e.g. Mkrkdtth and Surksh 1986), layout design (e.g. Aneke and Carrie 1986), flow optimisation (e.g. Kimemia and Gershwin 1985) and distributed scheduling using local area networks (Shaw 1987). At the same time publications from an OM perspective included implementation issues (e.g.

Research paper thumbnail of Når programledelse tager afsmitning fra projektledelse

Naervaerende artikel belyser program versus projektledelsesdilemmaet. Programledelse er en nyere ... more Naervaerende artikel belyser program versus projektledelsesdilemmaet. Programledelse er en nyere løsning på udfordringer forbundet med at opnå strategiske fordele gennem projektarbejde. Imidlertid har de hidtidige beskrivelser af dette paradigme ikke kunnet danne baggrund for en klar skelnen mellem program og projekt og heller ikke kunnet redegøre for hvorfor dette er både vigtigt og vanskeligt. Baseret på litteraturstudier foreslår artiklen en ny konceptualisering af programmet som ikke alene tager udgangspunkt i dets forskellighed fra projekter. Baseret på et laengerevarende casestudie af et programs dynamiske udvikling belyses årsager til og konsekvenser af at programmer transformerer til projekter.

Research paper thumbnail of The role of mechanization and integration of manufacturing processes in achieving operational performance

Research paper thumbnail of Exploring the evolution of investment pattern on advanced manufacturing technology: a longitudinal perspective

Research paper thumbnail of The management of advanced manufacturing technology

Research paper thumbnail of Two Distinct Theories of Production: Lean and Toyota Management System

IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology, 2012

The paper analyses differences between "lean" and its sister concept "Toyota management system (T... more The paper analyses differences between "lean" and its sister concept "Toyota management system (TMS)" by drawing out deep-rooted theories of production within these two streams of literature. The paper argues that such deep-rooted beliefs should be the first target for organizational transformation as these beliefs provide an important contextual layer for any attempts to transfer organizational practices from one organization to another. Examples of implications in relation to translation are sketched out.

Research paper thumbnail of Digging deeper: Integrating theories of lean and Toyota management system

The paper develops an analytical framework in order to explore differences between the industrial... more The paper develops an analytical framework in order to explore differences between the industrial engineering concept "lean" and its origin: Toyota management system (TMS). Drawing on translation theory, the paper argues that the framing of differences between these should facilitate organizational transformation inspired by TMS, as well as developments of better research constructs of TMS and TPS.

Research paper thumbnail of Maneuvering global innovation spaces

Research paper thumbnail of En dynamisk forståelse af arbejdsmiljø

Research paper thumbnail of Innovationsprojekter vs. innovationsprogrammer

Research paper thumbnail of Investigating Patterns of Automation and Growth Performance among Low Level Users of Manufacturing Automation

Literature on advanced manufacturing technology (AMT) promotes technology adoption as a means for... more Literature on advanced manufacturing technology (AMT) promotes technology adoption as a means for achieving competitive advantages because adoption rates generally correlate positively with various aspects of operational and organizational performance and for SMEs also with annual sales turnover. However, the cross sectional nature of most studies prohibits analysis of direction; is growth and economic performance the driver of manufacturing technology investment or vice versa. Longitudinal data is required to study this. The present study analyses panel data obtained using a retrospective survey instrument with a new, innovative way of characterizing and measuring automation levels in the production process. The survey data is merged with elaborate Danish register data on economic performance, market, and worker characteristics. The data is available from 2000 to 2010 across a broad range of manufacturing industries (not only metal) and across all firm sizes in the Danish industry....

Research paper thumbnail of Theorizing about technological development of manufacturing companies -a critique of the AMT construct as basis for research

The aim of the paper is to apply metatriangulation and theory building to strengthen our theorizi... more The aim of the paper is to apply metatriangulation and theory building to strengthen our theorizing on technological development of manufacturing firms. AMT literature is reviewed and by means of bracketing, the paper identifies a set of problematic assumptions embedded within traditional AMT research. A case study is used to emphasize how a process perspective enriches the traditional structural perspective. Finally, through first attempts at theory building, a set of propositions is suggested in order to overcome long-standing problems found in AMT research.

Research paper thumbnail of Lean Transformation of Multinational Concerns

IFIP – The International Federation for Information Processing, 2008

Competitive pressure demands that companies constantly strive to catch up to world class manufact... more Competitive pressure demands that companies constantly strive to catch up to world class manufacturing performance and practice. Continuous change is a mode of competition for many companies [1]. This is a departure from the punctuated equilibrium model of change in which change is event triggered. This paper reports on exploratory studies from a multinational company adopting centrally managed pilot projects as a transformation mechanism for continuous change towards a lean business system and an organizational culture of continuous improvements (CI).

Research paper thumbnail of Lean Maturity, Lean Sustainability

IFIP — The International Federation for Information Processing, 2007

Although lean is rapidly growing in popularity, its implementation is far from problem free and c... more Although lean is rapidly growing in popularity, its implementation is far from problem free and companies may experience difficulties sustaining long term success. In this paper, it is suggested that sustainable lean requires attention to both performance improvement and capability development. A framework for describing levels of lean capability is presented, based on a brief review of the literature and experiences from 12 Danish companies currently implementing lean. Although still in its emerging phase, the framework contributes to both theory and practice by describing developmental stages that support lean capability development and consequently, lean sustainability.

Research paper thumbnail of Transformation challenges following the efficient lean practice implementation in the programme organized, project driven change process

... control of your own actions while you had to stay alert to keep clear of the screw, knew you ... more ... control of your own actions while you had to stay alert to keep clear of the screw, knew you had no chance to stay adrift until you reached shore, just hoping for, if not a risk free and pleasant, then at least a course that would not be ...

Research paper thumbnail of Digging deeper: Integrating theories of lean and Toyota management system

vbn.aau.dk

The paper develops an analytical framework in order to explore differences between the industrial... more The paper develops an analytical framework in order to explore differences between the industrial engineering concept "lean" and its origin: Toyota management system (TMS). Drawing on translation theory, the paper argues that the framing of differences between these should facilitate organizational transformation inspired by TMS, as well as developments of better research constructs of TMS and TPS.

Research paper thumbnail of Transformation challenges following the efficient lean practice implementation in the programme organized, project driven change process

... control of your own actions while you had to stay alert to keep clear of the screw, knew you ... more ... control of your own actions while you had to stay alert to keep clear of the screw, knew you had no chance to stay adrift until you reached shore, just hoping for, if not a risk free and pleasant, then at least a course that would not be ...

Research paper thumbnail of Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global manufacturing

International Journal of Production Research

Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global ma... more Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global manufacturing Automation and advanced manufacturing technology solutions (AAMT) that present tangible and intangible benefits remain key drivers for manufacturers from both the developed and developing countries. However, the reality is that some manufacturing companies exploit the benefits of AAMT more effectively than others and develop their competitive advantage. Historically, the International Journal of Production Research (IJPR) has been instrumental in disseminating research on the challenges and benefits associated with new manufacturing technologies and this research has predominantly been documented from either an Operations Research (OR) or an Operations Management (OM) perspective. In the 1980s, IJPR publications drew attention to a range of OR issues including justification techniques (e.g. Mkrkdtth and Surksh 1986), layout design (e.g. Aneke and Carrie 1986), flow optimisation (e.g. Kimemia and Gershwin 1985) and distributed scheduling using local area networks (Shaw 1987). At the same time publications from an OM perspective included implementation issues (e.g.

Research paper thumbnail of The evolution of investment patterns on advanced manufacturing technology (AMT) in manufacturing operations: A longitudinal analysis

International Journal of Production Economics

Research paper thumbnail of Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global manufacturing

International Journal of Production Research

Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global ma... more Management of automation and advanced manufacturing technology (AAMT) in the context of global manufacturing Automation and advanced manufacturing technology solutions (AAMT) that present tangible and intangible benefits remain key drivers for manufacturers from both the developed and developing countries. However, the reality is that some manufacturing companies exploit the benefits of AAMT more effectively than others and develop their competitive advantage. Historically, the International Journal of Production Research (IJPR) has been instrumental in disseminating research on the challenges and benefits associated with new manufacturing technologies and this research has predominantly been documented from either an Operations Research (OR) or an Operations Management (OM) perspective. In the 1980s, IJPR publications drew attention to a range of OR issues including justification techniques (e.g. Mkrkdtth and Surksh 1986), layout design (e.g. Aneke and Carrie 1986), flow optimisation (e.g. Kimemia and Gershwin 1985) and distributed scheduling using local area networks (Shaw 1987). At the same time publications from an OM perspective included implementation issues (e.g.

Research paper thumbnail of Når programledelse tager afsmitning fra projektledelse

Naervaerende artikel belyser program versus projektledelsesdilemmaet. Programledelse er en nyere ... more Naervaerende artikel belyser program versus projektledelsesdilemmaet. Programledelse er en nyere løsning på udfordringer forbundet med at opnå strategiske fordele gennem projektarbejde. Imidlertid har de hidtidige beskrivelser af dette paradigme ikke kunnet danne baggrund for en klar skelnen mellem program og projekt og heller ikke kunnet redegøre for hvorfor dette er både vigtigt og vanskeligt. Baseret på litteraturstudier foreslår artiklen en ny konceptualisering af programmet som ikke alene tager udgangspunkt i dets forskellighed fra projekter. Baseret på et laengerevarende casestudie af et programs dynamiske udvikling belyses årsager til og konsekvenser af at programmer transformerer til projekter.

Research paper thumbnail of The role of mechanization and integration of manufacturing processes in achieving operational performance

Research paper thumbnail of Exploring the evolution of investment pattern on advanced manufacturing technology: a longitudinal perspective

Research paper thumbnail of The management of advanced manufacturing technology

Research paper thumbnail of Two Distinct Theories of Production: Lean and Toyota Management System

IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology, 2012

The paper analyses differences between "lean" and its sister concept "Toyota management system (T... more The paper analyses differences between "lean" and its sister concept "Toyota management system (TMS)" by drawing out deep-rooted theories of production within these two streams of literature. The paper argues that such deep-rooted beliefs should be the first target for organizational transformation as these beliefs provide an important contextual layer for any attempts to transfer organizational practices from one organization to another. Examples of implications in relation to translation are sketched out.

Research paper thumbnail of Digging deeper: Integrating theories of lean and Toyota management system

The paper develops an analytical framework in order to explore differences between the industrial... more The paper develops an analytical framework in order to explore differences between the industrial engineering concept "lean" and its origin: Toyota management system (TMS). Drawing on translation theory, the paper argues that the framing of differences between these should facilitate organizational transformation inspired by TMS, as well as developments of better research constructs of TMS and TPS.

Research paper thumbnail of Maneuvering global innovation spaces

Research paper thumbnail of En dynamisk forståelse af arbejdsmiljø

Research paper thumbnail of Innovationsprojekter vs. innovationsprogrammer

Research paper thumbnail of Investigating Patterns of Automation and Growth Performance among Low Level Users of Manufacturing Automation

Literature on advanced manufacturing technology (AMT) promotes technology adoption as a means for... more Literature on advanced manufacturing technology (AMT) promotes technology adoption as a means for achieving competitive advantages because adoption rates generally correlate positively with various aspects of operational and organizational performance and for SMEs also with annual sales turnover. However, the cross sectional nature of most studies prohibits analysis of direction; is growth and economic performance the driver of manufacturing technology investment or vice versa. Longitudinal data is required to study this. The present study analyses panel data obtained using a retrospective survey instrument with a new, innovative way of characterizing and measuring automation levels in the production process. The survey data is merged with elaborate Danish register data on economic performance, market, and worker characteristics. The data is available from 2000 to 2010 across a broad range of manufacturing industries (not only metal) and across all firm sizes in the Danish industry....

Research paper thumbnail of Theorizing about technological development of manufacturing companies -a critique of the AMT construct as basis for research

The aim of the paper is to apply metatriangulation and theory building to strengthen our theorizi... more The aim of the paper is to apply metatriangulation and theory building to strengthen our theorizing on technological development of manufacturing firms. AMT literature is reviewed and by means of bracketing, the paper identifies a set of problematic assumptions embedded within traditional AMT research. A case study is used to emphasize how a process perspective enriches the traditional structural perspective. Finally, through first attempts at theory building, a set of propositions is suggested in order to overcome long-standing problems found in AMT research.

Research paper thumbnail of Lean Transformation of Multinational Concerns

IFIP – The International Federation for Information Processing, 2008

Competitive pressure demands that companies constantly strive to catch up to world class manufact... more Competitive pressure demands that companies constantly strive to catch up to world class manufacturing performance and practice. Continuous change is a mode of competition for many companies [1]. This is a departure from the punctuated equilibrium model of change in which change is event triggered. This paper reports on exploratory studies from a multinational company adopting centrally managed pilot projects as a transformation mechanism for continuous change towards a lean business system and an organizational culture of continuous improvements (CI).

Research paper thumbnail of Lean Maturity, Lean Sustainability

IFIP — The International Federation for Information Processing, 2007

Although lean is rapidly growing in popularity, its implementation is far from problem free and c... more Although lean is rapidly growing in popularity, its implementation is far from problem free and companies may experience difficulties sustaining long term success. In this paper, it is suggested that sustainable lean requires attention to both performance improvement and capability development. A framework for describing levels of lean capability is presented, based on a brief review of the literature and experiences from 12 Danish companies currently implementing lean. Although still in its emerging phase, the framework contributes to both theory and practice by describing developmental stages that support lean capability development and consequently, lean sustainability.

Research paper thumbnail of Transformation challenges following the efficient lean practice implementation in the programme organized, project driven change process

... control of your own actions while you had to stay alert to keep clear of the screw, knew you ... more ... control of your own actions while you had to stay alert to keep clear of the screw, knew you had no chance to stay adrift until you reached shore, just hoping for, if not a risk free and pleasant, then at least a course that would not be ...

Research paper thumbnail of Digging deeper: Integrating theories of lean and Toyota management system

vbn.aau.dk

The paper develops an analytical framework in order to explore differences between the industrial... more The paper develops an analytical framework in order to explore differences between the industrial engineering concept "lean" and its origin: Toyota management system (TMS). Drawing on translation theory, the paper argues that the framing of differences between these should facilitate organizational transformation inspired by TMS, as well as developments of better research constructs of TMS and TPS.

Research paper thumbnail of Transformation challenges following the efficient lean practice implementation in the programme organized, project driven change process

... control of your own actions while you had to stay alert to keep clear of the screw, knew you ... more ... control of your own actions while you had to stay alert to keep clear of the screw, knew you had no chance to stay adrift until you reached shore, just hoping for, if not a risk free and pleasant, then at least a course that would not be ...