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- 12 Apr 2004
- Research & Ideas
Operations and the Competitive Edge
by Martha Lagace
Many managers expect operations organizations to fulfill only a support role. But an effective operations strategy can give you a competitive advantage. An interview with professor Robert Hayes. Closed for comment; 0 Comment(s) posted.
Meeting China’s Need for Management Education
On a recent trip to China, Steven C. Wheelwright noted an increasing interest in entrepreneurship, globalization, and competitiveness. Most of all, the Chinese have an increasing thirst for management education. Key concepts include: Local knowledge and contacts are essential for foreign firms doing business in China. Chinese agencies and companies recognize the importance of becoming global players, and they're taking steps to increase China's competitiveness on the international stage. China lacks a tradition of strong business management education but recognizes the need to nurture managerial talent for the future. Closed for comment; 0 Comment(s) posted.