Abstract This study extends the developing body of literature on supply chain integration (SCI), which is degree to a manufacturer strategically collaborates with its partners and collaboratively manages intra‐ inter‐organizational processes, in order achieve effective efficient flows products services, information, money decisions, provide maximum value customer. The previous research inconsistent findings about relationship between SCI performance. We attribute this inconsistency...

Abstract Research on quality incorporates a range of concerns, including definition and management, such specific mechanisms as statistical control (SQC). However, though research in has evolved scientific rigorous fashion, based the early works Shewhart, Juran, Deming others, study other aspects quality, particularly not similarly fashion. Theory development measurement issues related to reliability validity are weak management literature. Starting from strategic perspective organization,...

Abstract This paper discusses the need for more research in operations management which is based on data from real world. Tying theory with practice has been called over a long period of time, however, many P/OM researchers do not have strong foundation gathering and using empirical data. provides starting point that encourages to use systematic approach conducting studies. Empirical can be used document state art management, as well provide baseline longitudinal It also invaluable...

As decision makers become more involved in implementing Total Quality Management, questions are raised about which management practices should be emphasized. In this exploratory investigation of the relationship specific quality to performance, a framework was constructed. It focuses on both core and infrastructure that creates an environment supportive their use. addition, it incorporates two measures performance role establishing sustaining competitive advantage. Path analysis used test...

Abstract Supply chain integration (SCI) has received increasing attention from scholars and practitioners in recent years. However, our knowledge of what influences SCI is still very limited. Although marketing management researchers have investigated power relationship commitment issues between organizations, few examined their impact on SCI. This paper extends the power–relationship theory established Western literature links it with China, through examining power, manufacturers customers....

Abstract This paper puts forth a model of supply chain complexity and empirically tests it using plant‐level data from 209 plants across seven countries. The results show that upstream complexity, internal manufacturing downstream all have negative impact on plant performance. Furthermore, characteristics drive dynamic are shown to greater performance than those only detail complexity. In addition providing definition empirical test the study serves link systems literature prescriptions...

We propose that the use of total quality management (TQM) practices wilt improve just-in-time (JIT) performance through process variance reduction and reduced rework time JIT wil...

We consider Just-in-Time (JIT) to be an overall organizational phenomenon. Accordingly, we developed and tested a model that includes both JIT practices the infrastructure hypothesized provide environment in which perform more effectively. Canonical correlation analysis was used test five hypotheses. The results indicated that: (1) there not significant relationship between use of practices, alone, manufacturing performance, (2) very strong practices; (3) combination management practice...

Abstract This research sets out to test some yet unanswered questions from the literature on cumulative capabilities, as well addressing of shortcomings in prior capabilities. Multiple regression analysis is used hypotheses using an existing data set 165 plants five countries and three industries. The findings indicate substantial differences patterns capabilities between limited evidence industry differences. Cumulative were found be related plant performance, with no difference this...

This article develops a theoretical conceptualization of supply chain uncertainty, based on the foundation provided by contingency theory, classical organization and information processing theory. We develop analogy between an organization, then highlight key differences, which leads us to hypothesize that there are three types uncertainty. Micro‐level uncertainty is variability inputs technical core chain, corresponding traditional operationalization in operations management literature....

Abstract Although Hayes and Wheelwright originally coined the term ‘world class manufacturing’, global manufacturing environment has undergone many changes since their work. In study, we seek to determine whether practices which they described are still relevant in today's environment. We also look at list of competitive priorities examine function as tradeoffs, suggested, or there synergies between them. The World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Project data set, comprised plants machinery,...

Abstract The Baldrige framework has emerged as both a guide for quality management and the model upon which numerous state international awards are based. It was introduced in 1988 foundation Malcolm National Quality Award. significantly revised 1992 1997. In order to test validity of theoretical underlying it evolved over years, we take approach analyzing constructs categories Path analysis is used fit each three major frameworks, sums direct effects estimate category weights implied by...

This paper examines the potential that quality management offers for improving supply chain performance. Based on theoretical and descriptive literature, four themes related to this topic are extracted. These pursuit of goals simultaneously, leading development cumulative capabilities, relationship between practices performance measures a specific set known as co-makership measures. Hypotheses were developed tested using an existing database information from 164 plants in machinery,...

Abstract Because of the wide acclaim received by Malcolm Baldrige Award, it has served as a model for national quality awards many countries throughout world. Some have adopted both MBNQA criteria and weights, while others adapted categories or weights somewhat. The relevance this conceptual framework across cultures yet to be established, despite its use foundation numerous awards. This study uses Hofstede's dimensions culture examine whether theoretical constructs underlying are relevant...

ABSTRACT We develop a theoretical definition of operational capabilities, based on the strategic management and operations literature, differentiate this construct from related constructs resources practices, drawing upon resource‐based view firm as our foundation. illustrate key features capabilities using illustration restaurant kitchen. Because traits are distinct, they create barrier to imitation, making them potential source competitive advantage. However, particularly challenging...

A number of authors have used terms such as “world‐class manufacturing”, “high performance manufacturing” and others to describe comprehensive approaches manufacturing improvement. They broken new ground by introducing the notion broad, organization‐wide improvement approaches, involving many complex interrelationships. However, testing associated relationships is just beginning. The WCM Project seeks articulate practices which are with world‐class their In this attempt, a studies been...

While Just‐in‐Time (JIT) manufacturing has emerged as one of the major tools to enhance competitiveness, no attempt been made develop a reliable and valid measurement instrument for empirical research in JIT. Without such an instrument, generalization beyond immediate sample is difficult or misleading. We have proposed JIT framework developed with 16 summated scales dimensions that capture essential aspects useful assessing its impact environments. In addition, we discuss detail interactive...

Investment in information systems and technology is often justified as a necessary strategy for coping with the increased complexity needs of today/s manufacturing environments. However, world class paradigm suggests that not always to meet markets customers. Galbraith/s (1973, 1977) seminal information‐processing model applied environment, supported by paradigm, test role various alternatives environmental complexity. Moderated regression multiple discriminant analysis are used hypotheses...

ABSTRACT As China becomes increasingly important to the global economy, it is critical conduct high‐quality research on decision sciences issues there. This article provides an extensive review and critique of extant China‐based literature supply chain management, logistics, quality based foundation established by Zhao, Flynn, Roth (2006) . In general, in its infancy. Although there have been some very interesting well‐executed articles, majority are descriptive focus status updates. We...

To lay the foundation for study of supply chain power, we power configurations at level interlocking dyads ( IPD s), viewing simultaneous effect upstream and downstream power. We build on four key constructs: dependence asymmetry (resource theory), joint (embeddedness perspective), type differential (based French & Raven, 1959), source asymmetry. examine research question what relationship is between s focal firm's operational performance, developing hypotheses based asymmetry,...