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Operational management and operations strategies: an SME perspective

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  • Robert H. Lowson

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This exploratory study examines the role of operational management and operations strategies in small- and medium-sized business communities. Using empirical research, it was discovered that a significant proportion of these enterprises apply operational 'emphases', that is, a combination of various strategies and tactics. Many of these 'emphases' or 'spectra' were used in disparate industries and made substantial contributions to the competitive positioning sought by the organisations involved.

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  • Robert H. Lowson, 2007. "Operational management and operations strategies: an SME perspective," International Journal of Procurement Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 1(1/2), pages 180-209.
  • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpman:v:1:y:2007:i:1/2:p:180-209
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