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- Alayón, Claudia, et al.
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Barriers and Enablers for the Adoption of Sustainable Manufacturing by Manufacturing SMEs
- 2022
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In: Sustainability. - : MDPI. - 2071-1050. ; 14:4
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Small-and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have inherent characteristics, which require specific solutions for improving the sustainability performance of their operations. The purpose of this paper is to increase the knowledge on barriers and enablers for the adoption of sustainable manufacturing by manufacturing SMEs and to provide insights into what enablers can be used to overcome existing barriers. Taking, as a starting point, a systematic literature review, this paper presents a categorization of barriers and enablers for the adoption of sustainable manufacturing by manufacturing SMEs. In total, seven categories for classifying the barriers and enablers for the adoption of sustainable manufacturing within SMEs were identified: organizational, managerial and attitudinal; informational; governmental; financial; training and skills development; market and business context; and technological. Additionally, this study elaborates on what barriers could be mitigated through the enablers. This study found specific enablers with the potential to mitigate a significantly higher number of barriers and referred to them as ‘critical enablers’. SMEs aiming to adopt sustainable manufacturing practices or improve their sustainability performance are encouraged to focus on the enablers in these categories. This paper synthesizes and facilitates interpretation of the existing body of evidence on barriers and enablers for adopting sustainable manufacturing in SMEs.
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- Allert, Anna-Lena, 1959-, et al.
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Business Support Agencies introducing Lean Production in SMEs - Does it make any difference?
- 2014
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Many SMEs are implementing lean production in collaboration with a business support agency in order to improve their competitiveness. This research investigated whether improvement initiatives had the intended effect in some companies. A questionnaire was answered by employees in 26 SMEs. The result indicated experienced effect concerning leadership, communication and employee commitment, areas considered important for success in improvement initiatives, and also progress in areas that characterise development towards lean. The result also indicated differences in experienced effect between managerial and non-managerial functions and between companies.
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- Berglund, Martina, et al.
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Interactive research in production start-up—application and outcomes
- 2020
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In: Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management. - : Emerald Group Publishing Ltd.. - 1741-038X .- 1758-7786. ; 31:8, s. 1561-1581
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to reflect on interactive research as a means to create relevant knowledge in the domain of operations management in general and specifically in the context of production start-up. Design/methodology/approach: The reflection on the use of interactive research in production start-ups was based on a study of two completed interactive research projects. The lens for reflection was a framework including context, quality of relationship, quality of the research process itself and outcomes. Findings: The context was industrial manufacturing companies in Sweden, with different kind of challenges related to production start-ups, such as collaboration between involved functions and suppliers, competence development and work routines. Indicators of the quality of relationship between researchers and practitioners were initiated development activities and new collaboration between functions, within the company, between companies and in supply chains. The reflection of the quality of the research process itself was based on an interactive research process including four iterative steps with regular follow-ups allowing joint practitioner and researcher reflection on the progress. Identified outcomes included increased awareness and competence on how to deal with production start-ups, improvements of communication, work procedures and structures, better use of competences, increased cross-functional dialogue and cultural understanding. Practical implications: Implications for practitioners are the possibilities for knowledge creation through interactive collaboration in research projects enabling exchange between researchers from complementary fields and other companies dealing with production start-ups. Originality/value: The interactive research approach enables joint knowledge creation in a fast-changing context such as production start-ups as well as value-adding results both for practitioners in industry and for academia.
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- FJÄLLSTRÖM, SABINA, 1975, et al.
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Information enabling production ramp-up
- 2009
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In: Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management. - Bingley : Emerald. - 1741-038X .- 1758-7786. ; 20:2, s. 178-196
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Purpose – This paper seeks to identify information enabling and supporting production ramp-up processes, by exploring critical events and the role of information in such events.Design/methodology/approach – The research approach was based on empirical and theoretical investigations. A selection of 30 events, considered the most critical for production ramp-up realization and/or performance at one Swedish automotive company, were categorized and constituted the base for the analysis which focused information types and sources enabling event handling.Findings – Information enabling event handling is a balanced combination of problem and domain information, regardless of event category. However, a differentiation concerning preference and usage of information types between experienced and less experienced personnel is identified. Problem-solving information has the character of pragmatic information, composed of complementary parts of confirmation and novelty in terms of domain and problem information. The preferred information source in all event categories was “other people”.Research limitations/implications – The study focuses on the application of information in relation to critical events during production ramp-up. General information theory is not addressed in depth.Practical implications – Information type and information source are not dependent on certain event categories, which allows a general information strategy enabling production ramp-up. To facilitate production ramp-up and event handling managers and key personnel need to apply a holistic perspective and need to be updated on domain information of the products, the equipment, and the production process during production ramp-up.Originality/value – The originality is in the focus and role of information to achieve an efficient production ramp-up performance. A supporting model is developed which describes the structure of pragmatic information for personnel with various levels of experience, regardless of event category.
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- Hussmo, Daniel, et al.
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Aspects affecting boundary objects in product realization : A systematic literature review
- 2023
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In: Leveraging transdisciplinary engineering in a changing and connected world. - Amsterdam : IOS Press. - 9781643684406 - 9781643684413 ; , s. 72-81
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Product realization is inherently transdisciplinary, resulting in the need for different functions to collaborate. However, collaboration can be hindered by boundaries, arising from differences and dependencies in knowledge. One way to integrate knowledge across these boundaries is through the use of so-called boundary objects. However, boundary objects are situational, meaning that different aspects can affect whether an object functions as a boundary object or not. Based on a systematic literature review, this paper presents a comprehensive overview of different aspects that need to be considered for an object to function as a boundary object in the context of product realization. The aspects were divided into properties relating to the object, and situational aspects connecting to the situation in which the object is used. The paper further shows the role that interplay between aspects plays, and how it can be accounted for.
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- Hussmo, Daniel, et al.
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Engineering Tools as Boundary Objects Between Product Development and Production
- 2022
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In: Transdisciplinarity and the Future of Engineering. - : IOS Press. - 9781643683386 - 9781643683393 ; , s. 687-696
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Product realization, i.e., product development and production, involves several transdisciplinary activities. People from different disciplines are involved, representing different practices and knowledge areas. These differences create boundaries, which must be crossed to succeed with the endeavor of product realization. One way of crossing boundaries is through boundary objects, i.e., artefacts that create common understanding between different domains. Boundary objects have been applied in for example educational research and are a promising approach in engineering. Between product development and production, engineering tools such as prototypes, simulation, and design for assembly are often used as boundary objects. Previous research has shown that different aspects affect whether an artefact function as a boundary object or not. However, the context of product realization remains unexplored in this topic. This paper, therefore, explores what aspects affect how an engineering tool can function as a boundary object. Based on a literature review, workshops and a case study, the paper presents aspects related to the situation, the tool and the individuals that affect it an engineering tool function as boundary objects. The paper addresses two important transdisciplinary concerns: knowledge from different disciplines is combined, and both academic and scientific goals are considered.
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- Hussmo, Daniel
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Exploring boundary objects between product development and production
- 2023
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Licentiate thesis (other academic/artistic)abstract
- The realization of products relies on the integrated outcomes of several functions, such as product development and production. However, problems can occur because not everyone shares the same knowledge, resulting in a need for knowledge integration. This becomes even more complex when there can be dependence on knowledge between functions, meaning that one’s knowledge has an impact on another’s. Because of this, different boundaries can arise that can prove problematic when integrating knowledge between product development and production. One way to integrate knowledge between these functions is through so-called boundary objects. Different engineering tools, such as prototypes and computer-aided designs, are often meant to function as boundary objects, but they may fail to do so because boundary objects are situational, meaning that they may function in one situation but not in another. The purpose of the thesis was therefore to explore how engineering tools can be used as boundary objects to integrate knowledge between product development and production in a product realization context. Based on an interactive research approach, case studies, workshops, and a systematic literature review were conducted to help fulfill the purpose. The result was a set of aspects that affect whether an engineering tool functions as a boundary object. These aspects were divided into two categories based on whether they pertained to the tool, referred to as properties, or to the situation in which it was used. The thesis further analyzed the role of interplay between these identified aspects, showing the interlinkage between aspects. Interplay was seen to play a complementing role, where aspects could play not only a supporting role to each other but also a negative role when the identified aspects were not managed correctly.
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- Hussmo, Daniel, et al.
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Knowledge Integration in Industrialized House Building – Current Practice and Challenges
- 2022
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In: Towards Sustainable Customization: Bridging Smart Products and Manufacturing Systems. - Cham : Springer. - 9783030906993 - 9783030907020 - 9783030907006 ; , s. 945-952
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Industrialized house builders need to integrate knowledge between product development and production to ensure producibility in the factory as well as at the build site. The traditional manufacturing industry has previously received attention in literature on the topic of knowledge integration. However, industrialized house building remains seemingly unexplored. Therefore, this paper presents a current state on knowledge integration between product and production and highlights the identified challenges. The paper also elaborates on knowledge integration differences and similarities with the traditional manufacturing industry. Identified practices involved the use of stage gate models, cross-functional teams, meetings, and partial/sub-assembly prototypes. Challenges distinguished were related to market/technology uncertainty, product/production complexity and geographical/organizational dispersion. The results are based on a case study that used semi-structured interviews within two industrialized house building companies. The paper contributes to the area of knowledge integration between product and production within industrialized house building and presents potential areas for future research.
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- Larsson, Carina, 1969-, et al.
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How to visualize performance measures in a manufacturing SME
- 2017
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In: Measuring Business Excellence. - : Emerald Group Publishing Limited. - 1368-3047 .- 1758-8057. ; 21:4, s. 337-350
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to identify strengths and weaknesses in the communication of performance measures and propose guidelines for the visualization of performance measures supporting continuous improvement (CI) in manufacturing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The goal is to help manufacturing SMEs improve their communication of performance measures, thereby improving performance, and strengthening the company. Design/methodology/approach - This paper draws on both theoretical and empirical research. It begins with a literature review of theoretical guidelines for the visualization of performance measures. This theoretical information is then supplemented with a case study and a survey, both carried out at the Vara plant, a manufacturing SME with well-developed communication of performance measures. The case study involved all organizational levels in the company and focused on identifying strengths and weaknesses in visual communication of performance measures supporting CI. The information acquired from the literature survey and the case study was then used as the basis for a survey of the employees in one department as regards their perception, understanding and opinion of visual communication of performance measures. The analysis of the results led to the development of guidelines and a substantive proposal improving visualization of performance measures in this specific company, and in manufacturing SMEs in general. Findings - A model for the visualization of performance measures supporting CI in the company was carried out. The guidelines proposed for all such visualizations are as follows: keep the visualization as simple as possible without compromising understanding, use symbols and colors consistently, use simple words and do not include too much information in the visualization. The study also shows that it is important to support a written visualization with an oral presentation to explain the results. Originality/value - The originality of this paper lies in its focus on the visualization of performance measures in manufacturing SMEs and the guidelines and proposals developed.
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- Larsson, Carina, 1969-, et al.
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Performance measurement communication supporting lean production in SMEs
- 2014
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In: Performance management. - : The Performance Management Association (PMA). ; , s. 714-725
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- PurposeThe aim of this paper is to provide an overview of the current status of performance measurement communication to support lean production in SMEs.Design/methodology/approachThe paper is based on theoretical and empirical studies. A literature review of existing research in performance measurement communication, focusing on lean production in SMEs, was carried out. The empirical part is based on interviews with both managers and operators in SMEs in the south of Sweden working with lean production. Twenty-four interviews in eight companies / plants were carried out.FindingsThe paper provides a structured overview of current research in performance measurement communication. Performance measurement communication was categorised into three parts, which taken together could support lean production implementation in SMEs. It can be concluded that, although all existing research in performance measurement and communication, there is no operational guideline of how to communicate performance measurement. From the interviews it can be seen that the companies have improved their performance measurement communication during the lean production implementation, but that there is no common way of communicating performance measurements in SMEs.
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- Larsson, Carina, 1969-, et al.
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Performance measurement follow-up supporting continuous improvements in manufacturing companies : a systematic review
- 2015
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In: 22nd EurOMA conference. - : International Annual EurOMA Conference. - 9782970090120
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Performance measurement has been paid a lot of attention. This paper provides a systematic review of existing research in performance measurement follow-up, which so far has been less treated. The paper suggests a categorization of the follow-up phase into the performance measurement system, input to and output from the system, and operational activities. It is concluded that there is a lack of research concerning the operational activities in the follow-up phase. It is also concluded that most of the research concerning follow-up of performance measurement does not support continuous improvement explicitly, but concerns performance measurement follow-up in general.
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- Larsson, Carina, 1969-, et al.
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Visual communication of performance meaures supporting continuous improvement : Challenges and opportunities for manufacturing SMEs
- 2016
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper provides a holistic view of visual communication of performance measures supporting continuous improvement in manufacturing SMEs. This is done by a theoretical part with a literature review, and an empirical part with case studies, including both the managers’ and the operators’ perspectives, and by focusing on manufacturing SMEs. The paper identifies five challenges and one opportunity in visual communication that SMEs perceive when using visual communication of performance measures, supporting continuous improvement.
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- Salim, Roaa, et al.
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Automation Decisions in Manufacturing System Development Projects : The Wood Products Industry Perspective
- 2022
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In: BioProducts Business. - : Society of Wood Science and Technology. - 2378-1394. ; 7:1, s. 1-12
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The implementation of automated solutions in manufacturing commonly involves substantial investments in terms of both human and financial resources, and it exposes the firms to the risk of substantial losses if the expected benefits fail to materialize. It is therefore important that decisions related to automated solutions are well supported. The maturity level differs across industry sectors, and the wood products industry is lagging behind in some respects. The purpose of this paper is to explore the potential challenges the wood products industry is facing related to automation decisions when designing manufacturing systems and suggest strategies that can support such decisions, with inspiration from another industrial sector. A multiple case study was conducted, involving a development project carried out in the wood products industry and another in the presumably more mature automotive industry. Automation decisions were studied in the different phases prior to the implementation of the physical manufacturing system. The findings showed both similarities and differences between the development projects. For example, in both development projects, it was decided to reach out to automation suppliers for automation technology acquisition. However, the decision on to which degree to collaborate with the automation suppliers differed. Based on the similarities and differences pointed out, ideas were put forward that might support the wood products industry.
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- Salim, Roaa, et al.
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Current situation analysis: Manufacturing challenges in woodworking sector
- 2015
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In: 23rd International Conference for Production Research, ICPR 2015, Manila, Philippines, 2-6 August 2015.
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The woodworking sector is highly competitive and mostly competes by manufacturing cost and product quality. The raw material itself stands for more than 50% of total manufacturing cost. In order to decrease manufacturing costs, there is a need to increase quality and efficiency. Even though competitive manufacturing is a widely researched area, sparser research is focused on the woodworking sector. The purpose of this paper is to identify challenges affecting manufacturing competitiveness regarding the following components: management, people, production process, material and material handling, and information. The results are based on a literature review, supplemented by a case study conducted at a Swedish interior wood products manufacturing firm. Results indicate that lack of competence is a challenge inhibiting manufacturing competitiveness. Other challenges identified are related to, among others, adaptability. The woodworking sector have a low level of adaptation to new manufacturing methods and technologies, leaving it lagging behind other industries.
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- Salim, Roaa, 1990-
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Exploring the content and process of automation decisions in manufacturing system development projects : A study in the Swedish wood products industry
- 2021
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Doctoral thesis (other academic/artistic)abstract
- The wood industry has great potential to support the development of a more sustainable future based on a circular economy. For Sweden to be able to maintain its competitive position as a leading wood industry nation, products with increased added value are needed. To realize this development, new and efficient automated solutions supporting the manufacturing systems in place in the industry are essential. However, although automation of manufacturing can result in competitive advantages, this is far from always being the case. A number of researchers have convincingly argued that investments in automation of manufacturing are more likely to succeed if they are the expression of well-grounded decisions made during the design of a manufacturing system. It is further argued that such decisions need to be linked to a company’s manufacturing strategy. And yet despite this, automation decisions are often made ad hoc and based on gut feelings.The essential purpose of this thesis therefore is to support informed automation decisions in the context of manufacturing system development projects carried out in the wood products industry. To fulfill the purpose, multiple research studies have been conducted including literature reviews and case study method.This thesis contributes with increased knowledge on the content and process of automation decisions in manufacturing system development projects conducted in the wood products industry. Close study of automation decisions made during manufacturing system design from a manufacturing strategy perspective has produced a set of guiding suggestions. These include the identification of aspects that need consideration when automation decisions are being made during the design of manufacturing systems. Furthermore, through studying the process leading to automation decisions during manufacturing system design, potential pitfalls for the wood products industry are exemplified and tactics used to support decision-making related to automation are suggested. Last, this thesis extends the current understanding about manufacturing systems in the wood products industry by presenting the drivers and challenges for automation of manufacturing.
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SPS2020 : Proceedings of the Swedish Production Symposium, October 7–8, 2020
- 2020
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Editorial proceedings (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Knowledge-intensive product realization implies embedded intelligence; meaning that if both theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of a subject is integrated into the design and production processes of products, this will significantly increase added value.This book presents papers accepted for the 9th Swedish Production Symposium (SPS2020), hosted by the School of Engineering, Jönköping University, Sweden, and held online on 7 & 8 October 2020 because of restrictions due to the Corona virus pandemic. The subtitle of the conference was Knowledge Intensive Product Realization in Co-Operation for Future Sustainable Competitiveness. The book contains the 57 papers accepted for presentation at the conference, and these are divided into nine sections which reflect the topics covered: resource efficient production; flexible production; virtual production development; humans in production systems; circular production systems and maintenance; integrated product and production development; advanced and optimized components, materials and manufacturing; digitalization for smart products and services; and responsive and efficient operations and supply chains.In addition, the book presents five special sessions from the symposium: development of changeable and reconfigurable production systems; smart production system design and development; supply chain relocation; management of manufacturing digitalization; and additive manufacturing in the production system.The book will be of interest to all those working in the field of knowledge-intensive product realization.
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- Säfsten, Kristina, 1964-, et al.
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Assembly System Design and Evaluation of 15 Manufacturing Companies in Sweden
- 2002
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In: Manufactoring Systems. - 0748-948X. ; 31:1
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- In manufacturing companies a gap between theory and practice concerning systematic design and evaluation of assembly systems is discerned. In this paper a number of questions are raised to enhance the understanding of the associated problems in order to reduce the gap. The assembly system design and evaluation process is considered as a means to achieve the goal, a successful assembly system. The relation between how companies work with assembly system design and evaluation and some decisive circumstances are identified. The questions are discussed outgoing from empirical results. Potentials for improvements in design and evaluation of assembly systems are identified.
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- Säfsten, Kristina, 1964-
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Evaluation of assembly systems : an exploratory study of evaluation situations
- 2002
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Doctoral thesis (other academic/artistic)abstract
- Evaluation is considered as one of several activities necessary to master in the competitive environment that manufacturing companies experience today. The specific situation addressed in this dissertation is evaluation during development of assembly systems. The role of evaluation varies and an enhanced understanding of different evaluation situations is required. Evaluation has not yet become an explicit part of the activities aimed at suitable assembly systems. Despite the large numbers of evaluations carried out in other areas, experiences thereof have not yet been applied in the evaluation of assembly systems. The objective of the research was to explore different evaluation situations in order to elucidate the circumstances under which evaluation can be supportive, and how evaluation can be facilitated, during development of assembly systems. The empirical material was collected during studies of 11 manufacturing companies in Sweden. The research design involved an interview study and three case studies. During the empirical studies, different evaluation situations were explored and circumstances affecting evaluation were sought.The analysis, which takes its starting point in assembly system development from a decision process perspective, revealed circumstances associated with the different decision processes affecting evaluation. Moreover, three identified system design approaches were found useful for understanding the different evaluation situations. The identified circumstances affecting evaluation were found to be related to the assembly system as such, i.e. the evaluation object, or to the development process, i.e. the activities carried out where the evaluations were escribed. As a result of the empirical studies and the theoretical considerations, a framework evolved during the research. The Assembly System Evaluation Framework is a heuristic tool, aimed at facilitating understanding of the circumstances under which evaluation is carried out during the development of assembly systems. The framework involves three evaluation situations: evaluation of existing assembly systems, evaluation of different alternatives, and finally evaluation of an implemented system. Supported by the framework, the characteristics of the evaluation situations are elucidated. Different obstacles and enablers affecting the evaluation situations are discussed, and the possibility of facilitating evaluation through the application of different evaluation models and explicit considerations to evaluation is pointed out.
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- Säfsten, Kristina, 1964-
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Evaluation of Assembly Systems in the Context of Change
- 2000
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In: International Conference Performance Measurement 2000,2000. - Cranfield, England : Centre for Business Performance, Cranfield School of Management.
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- Säfsten, Kristina, 1964-, et al.
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Forskningsmetodik : för ingenjörer och andra problemlösare
- 2019
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Book (other academic/artistic)abstract
- I den här boken beskrivs hela forskningsprocessen: från problemformulering till presentation och granskning av resultat. Den är avsedd för metodkurser inom tekniska utbildningar, med utgångspunkt i ingenjörsutbildningens vetenskapstradition och ingenjörens bildningshistoria. Boken redogör för ett urval av forskningsmetoder tillsammans med ingenjörsvetenskapliga perspektiv på vetenskapsteori, forskningsmetod och tekniker för datainsamling. Utöver att förklara och ge exempel på centrala begrepp i det metodologiska landskapet behandlar boken också etik, kvalitet och kommunikation.Boken handlar om planering, genomförande och granskning av examensarbeten och andra vetenskapliga undersökningar. Genom flera praktiska exempel på hur vetenskapliga undersökningar kan genomföras inom ingenjörsvetenskapen ökar boken förståelsen för forskningsmetodik som är relevant för just ingenjörer.Forskningsmetodik – För ingenjörer och andra problemlösare kan även användas som grundbok i metod för andra utbildningsinriktningar, med problemlösning i fokus. Boken fungerar såväl under utbildningens tidigare delar som på forskarnivå.[Från förlagets produktinformation]
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- Säfsten, Kristina, 1964-, et al.
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Integrated product and production platforms : Towards a research agenda
- 2022
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In: SPS2022: Proceedings of the 10th Swedish production symposium. - Amsterdam : IOS Press. - 9781643682686 - 9781643682693 ; , s. 829-841
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Product platforms have been used as a strategy for manufacturing companies to stay competitive and have provided a means that fulfils the need of agile and demand driven product realisation. However, a link to the production system development is often missing. Knowledge is required concerning how a platform approach can be applied in the production domain and integrated with the product platform. The purpose of this paper is to outline a research agenda for integrated product and production platforms. Based on a literature review and empirical material from more than 50 interviews in five manufacturing companies, state-of-the art and state-of-practice is presented, together with a preliminary research agenda. A flexible, although systematic and structured, approach is needed where the product platform and the production platform are well integrated to support agile, and demand driven product realisation. A product realisation process supported by integrated product and production platforms is expected to support the competitiveness of manufacturing companies facing a market characterized by high diversity and rapid change.
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- Säfsten, Kristina, 1964, et al.
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Manufacturing supporting strategies in SMME
- 2011
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In: Proceedings of the 18th EurOMA Conference, Cambridge, UK, July 3-6..
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Small and medium sized manufacturing enterprises (SMMEs) constitute the backbone of European industry, employing several times the number of people compared with larger companies. It is necessary that these smaller companies continuously work actively in developing their understanding about how they can compete on the market and how they in the best possible way can develop and utilize their major investments in manufacturing resources. Manufacturing strategies describe companies’ roadmaps in doing that. The manufacturing strategy maturity among Swedish SMMEs varies but there is a strong will to learn and to develop. There are however some obstacles on the way.
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- Säfsten, Kristina, 1964-, et al.
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Research methodology : For engineers and other problem-solvers
- 2020
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Book (other academic/artistic)abstract
- This book covers the entire research process: from formulating a research problem to presenting and reviewing the results. It is intended to be used in methodology courses in engineering programs on the basis of the scientific tradition in engineering and how engineers have historically been trained. The book presents a selection of research methods, as well as engineering perspectives on the philosophy of science, research methods and techniques for data collection. In addition to explaining and presenting examples of key concepts in the methodological landscape, it also discusses ethics, quality and communication.The book is about how to plan, execute and review degree projects and other scientific studies. By presenting several practical examples on how to carry out scientific studies in the field of engineering, the book gives the reader a better understanding of research methods that are particularly relevant to engineers.Research Methodology - For Engineers and Other Problem-Solvers can also be used as an introductory book on methodology in other disciplines with a focus on problemsolving. The book is suitable for both introductory and postgraduate levels.[From publisher's book description]
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- Säfsten, Kristina, 1964-, et al.
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Resilient and sustainable production systems: Towards a research agenda
- 2023
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In: International Journal of Manufacturing Research. - : InderScience Publishers. - 1750-0591 .- 1750-0605. ; 18:4, s. 343-365
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- It is widely recognised that manufacturing companies need to pay attention to sustainability aspects to be competitive. However, there is still no clarity on how to combine requirements for sustainability and profitability to achieve long-Term competitive manufacturing. Furthermore, there is a need for knowledge on how to develop resilient and sustainable production systems. This paper aims to explore the state-of-The art and state-of-practice associated with the development of resilient and sustainable production systems, with a focus on challenges and enablers. To achieve this, a narrative literature review was carried out, combined with results from knowledge creation workshops with five manufacturing companies striving towards resilient and sustainable production systems.
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