Abstract
Introduces a number of concepts and frameworks developed during the first phase of an EPSRC/CDP grant entitled ''A Specification of a Business Process Reengineering Methodology for Small and Medium Sized Manufacturing Enterprises''. A traditional, functionally oriented organization is characterized by fragmentation and staged inventories of work caused by a failure to integrate and synchronize activities. A process focused organization aims to optimize performance across the whole process. Outlines many of the key issues facing organizations seeking to adopt a process orientation. Presents two frameworks for analysis. The first identifies the major business processes in any manufacturing company, the second seeks to classify types of business process re-engineering intervention. Concludes by discussing the major issues currently facing those researching into business process reengineering.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 22-34 |
Number of pages | 0 |
Journal | International Journal of Operations and Production Management |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 12 |
Publication status | Published - 1994 |
Keywords
- BUSINESS REENGINEERING
- MANUFACTURING