Document Type
Thesis
Date of Award
5-31-1986
Degree Name
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering - (M.S.)
Department
Industrial and Management Engineering
First Advisor
Carl Wolf
Abstract
The ongoing microcomputer development has led to its increasing application in manufacturing to reduce costs and improve productivity. Being more aware of this technology, most of these benefits have accrued to large firms. The intent of this thesis is to show that it is equally advantageous for small manufacturing companies to utilize them and show how they can do so.
The paper discusses the role and characteristics of microcomputers. Available software to do engineering designs, materials requirements planning, process planning, and master production scheduling is described. Using a case study a method that can be followed in selection and implementation process is presented.
In view of the considerable operations improvement that is derived from the microcomputers use, the very competitive environment they operate in and the relative ease of application good management practice indicates that small manufacturers integrate these into their firms as soon as possible.
Recommended Citation
Chang, Hung-Gi, "Utilization of the microcomputer to improve the productivity of small manufacturing companies" (1986). Theses. 3139.
https://digitalcommons.njit.edu/theses/3139
