Gain a comprehensive understanding of essential operations management principles with this easy
to read introduction to the subject "This textbook provides valuable insight into the
essentials of directing designing delivering and developing operations. For the times we live
in the addition of responsible operations' at the end of each chapter makes the book an
essential text for any operations management course." Dr Philip Davies Associate Professor
of Operations Management Henley Business School. Operations may not run the world
but it makes the world run There has never been a more exciting time to study operations
management. Fast and frequent changes to the way goods and services are produced and delivered
as well as an increased focus on the social responsibility of operations present new
opportunities and challenges for the business world. Operations management is critical to the
success and survival of organisations everywhere no matter how large or small.
Essentials of Operations Management 3 rd edition is a concise introduction to the
subject and an invaluable resource ideal for undergraduates in business studies technical or
joint degrees as well as MBA and postgraduate students. Based on Slack Brandon-Jones and
Burgess's leading Operations Management it focuses on essential core topics without
compromising the authoritative clear and highly practical approach that has become the
trademark of the authors. Key features: Revised and updated to reflect the
ever-changing world of operations management. Illustrations-based rooted real-life
practice with a wealth of examples showing Operations in Practice' from a variety of businesses
and organisations globally. New Responsible Operations' section in every chapter
summarises how the topic touches upon social ethical and environmental issues. Problems
and applications practical exercises at the end of each chapter allow you to reflect on what
you have learnt and test your understanding Balanced and international approach draws on
a wide array of examples from organisations in different sectors and industries from around the
globe.
