A review and classification of empirical research in operations management

Article Abstract:

A progress was noted on the use of empirical research methods in the field of operations management (OM). The number of OM-based articles that have utilized empirical research methods has increased significantly from 1986 to 1995. Surveys are the most commonly used research design in OM empirical research. Combined use of case study and survey research design were also noted on articles dealing with OM empirical research.

Operations Research, Research, Industrial management

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Integrating product mix and technology adoption decisions: a portfolio approach for evaluating advanced technologies in the automobile industry

Article Abstract:

A technology adoption decision model is developed that encompasses the links between product line decisions and technology decisions. Data from the automobile industry is used to populate the model.

Management, Automobile industry

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Measurement issues in empirical research: improving measures of operations strategy and advanced manufacturing technology

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning operations strategy are discussed. In particular the measurement and methodology of empirical research is investigated with reference to technology management.

Measurement, Experiential research

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