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Creator:: Wiseman, Lindsay M.
Abstract:: Training is a key business process used to increase the skills and knowledge of employees in an effort to improve overall performance. Evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of training processes is necessary to ensure time, money, and resources are used to provide the most benefit possible. This investigation is...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Creator:: Li, Jing
Abstract:: This research studied the relationship between three input variables and outcomes related to the use of quality circles (QCC) in a Chinese manufacturing company. After a thorough review of the literature, three managerial input variables were identified, including goal clarity, goal difficulty, and management support. Five outcomes were measured, including...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: support were greatly valued. I would also like to thank Kenneth Funk, Karl Haapala, and John Parmigiani

Creator:: Choothian, Woraruthai
Abstract:: The application of lean to new product development (NPD) processes has been claimed to generate positive impact on NPD performance. There are very few empirical studies, however, on how organizations should apply lean practices or on the exact nature of the impact of lean on NPD performance. To further understand...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: to thank my committee members, Dr. Javier Calvo-Amodio, Dr. Karl Haapala, and Dr. Jamie J. Kruzic

Creator:: Van Scoter, Diane J.
Abstract:: Critical success factors (CSFs) are those things that must be done correctly for a project to be successful; however, CSFs are not sufficient by themselves to guarantee success. CSFs, as identified in the literature, vary from study to study. In addition, previous studies have not typically included contextual details for...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Creator:: Choomlucksana, Juthamas
Abstract:: This research is aimed at obtaining a better understanding of the impact of the use of collaborative and simulation sessions for learning lean principles and methods. Study participants were enrolled in a Lean Manufacturing System Engineering (IE436/536) course at Oregon State University or at three other business and engineering universities...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

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