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Internal plant environment and just-in-time manufacturing

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  • Ron McLachlin

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This paper considers the implementation of just-in-time manufacturing in relation to aspects of the internal plant environment. A case-based research methodology was employed using data from six plants, each of which claimed to be engaged in just-in-time approaches to manufacturing. The data were both qualitative and quantitative, obtained mainly via interviews and questionnaires. The results support propositions that a more complete implementation of just-in-time manufacturing is associated with a clan-like plant culture (comprised of low power distance, collectivism, and cultural congruence), with employee influence over day-to-day work, and with good employee–management relations. The best and worst JIT plants highlight these results.

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  • Ron McLachlin, 2004. "Internal plant environment and just-in-time manufacturing," International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 6(1/2), pages 112-124.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijmtma:v:6:y:2004:i:1/2:p:112-124
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