Excerpt from Managing Innovation in the Manufacturing Environment: Creating Forums for Change on the Factory Floor
Unfortunately, we know very little about how to respond simultaneously to the dual needs of ongoing operations and the introduction of new process technology. Most research on implementing new technologies has focused on the need to create acceptance for the change within the new user organization, whether by means of managerial control [e.g. Zeltman et.al.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the friction that arises within organizations pursuing innovation and efficiency. The author stresses that this tension is particularly prevalent when companies adopt new technologies. Focusing on the manufacturing industry, the text examines the challenges companies face when implementing new technologies and processes, particularly highlighting the challenges of simultaneously implementing new ideas while maintaining existing systems. The author suggests that true innovation requires the ability to step back from the pressures of production and create a space for experimentation and problem-solving. The book draws on real-world examples and case studies to provide insights into how organizations can successfully manage the competing demands of innovation and operational efficiency. It concludes that the ability to create opportunities for problem-solving is crucial for successful technological implementation and innovation in the manufacturing industry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333735579_0
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