Purpose: This research aims to investigate and define the eight wastes of lean philosophy in higher education institutions (HEIs) by proposing a multi-stage model. Design/methodology/approach: The authors have used a ...

Purpose: Performance assessment of layouts requires a systematic approach because of its multi-objective nature. The purpose of this paper is to propose a framework to the performance assessment of layout designs. ...

This paper1 aims to develop strategy and policy suggestions to increase the competitiveness of SMEs in the textile industry by analyzing the variables that affect competitiveness and contribute to competitiveness literature ...

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a software system incorporating all business functions with regard to systems approach. Global competition forces enterprises to lower costs, reduce inventories, improve quality, ...