Manager's Guide to Operations Management

A timely guide to running highly efficient operations with the lowest expenditure possible.

Both novice and seasoned managers need to keep abreast of new ideas in today’s fast-paced and supremely competitive business environment. Designed to explain the most current management practices in a quick, on-the-go format, Briefcase Books help readers employ the right skills in any management situation—every time!


From the Back Cover
The secrets to improving operations while maintaining the highest quality

How do you operate at maximum efficiency with minimum cost? Manager's Guide to Operations Management addresses one of the most pressing business issues of our time by offering easy-to-implement advice on creating the most effective, streamlined operations possible. This quick-reference guide explains how to:

Improve your production processes
Boost quality using the Six Sigma approach
Manage supply chains and inventory
Forecast, plan, and schedule efficiently
With Manager's Guide to Operations Management, you have the tools you need to ensure a smooth, steady workflow while producing products and services of the highest quality–the secret to business success.

Briefcase Books, written specifically for today's busy manager, feature eye-catching icons, checklists, and sidebars to guide managers step-by step through everyday workplace situations. Look for these innovative design features to help you navigate through each page:

Clear definitions of key terms, concepts, and jargon
Tactics and strategies for efficient management of operations
Insider tips for effective operations management
Practical advice for managing operations
Warning signs when preparing and implementing new operations management processes
Stories and insights from the experiences of others
Specific planning procedures, tactics, and hands-on techniques