...Yuejin Zhou; K.B. Chuah Computer‐integrated manufacturing (CIM) technology has been used in China for over ten years. Some striking achievements have been obtained, but there still exist a few difficulties or problems. This paper describes the benefits and problems experienced by a number of CIM...

...Chris Stylianides Modern manufacturing facilities include conventional work centres as well as flexible manufacturing systems (FMSs). Discusses computer simulation software which simulates and graphically animates in real time an integrated job shop/FMS. The program interfaces a FORTRAN‐based...

...Mohamed A. Youssef Examines the impact of the intensity level of computer‐based technologies (CBTs) on quality. The intensity level of CBTs is empirically‐based. The main thrust of the intensity level of CBTs is fourfold. First, the technology must, intuitively, exist. Second, it must be integrated...

... of the organisation to absorb change. The next considers the options for better control. The lowest level is concerned with implementation. Research Computers Control Methodology Production management Organizational change Implementation IJOPM 11,7 Deriving a Methodology for Implementing CAPM Systems...

... in Computer Integrated Manufacturing technology. Particular emphasis is placed on the usage of computer‐based decision support tools within the production management function. Usage of JIT production management techniques is also considered. Previous investigations have suggested that commercially available...

...G.J. Colquhoun; J.D. Gamble; R.W. Baines International competition is driving manufacturing executives to place an ever‐growing importance on the formulation of computer integrated manufacturing (CIM) strategies as part of their corporate plans. Structured analysis and design techniques...

...T.W. Batley; T.P. Mangos The main objective of a 1986 survey of production and operations managers throughout New Zealand industry was to determine the extent of computer use. The survey explored the use of microcomputers, mini computers and mainframes by production managers. Job title...

... directions which NC is likely to develop, particularly in the area of computer aided manufacture, and examines the role of the production engineer within this new environment. © MCB UP Limited 1984 Singapore Machinery Computers CAM 12 NC Applications its Present and Future in Singapore's...