Exploring Modular Production Networks: Macro Institutions of Industrial Best Practices
Gustavo A. C. GUZMAN
Prof.
Production Engineering Department
Federal University of Minas Gerais, Brazil
gguzman@dep.ufmg.br
Abstract:
This paper shows how macro institutional factors shape the adaptation of industrial best practices at a component of a Modular Production Network (MPN).
Specifically, it explains some key macro-micro connections of the adaptation process of a Performance Measurement System, Manufacturing Cells and Matrix Organizational structure at a Contract Manufacturing factory.
The empirical evidence draws from a case study undertaken at the Brazilian branch of one of the world's top-ten Electronics Contract Manufacturing Corporations. Since significant proportion of manufacturing operations in MPN are located in developing countries, this study contributes to further understand both country and firm level competitiveness, strategies and
operational results.
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