Key decisions in process management

Key decisions in process management

1. Process Choice

   • can be characterized as
     • Proyect Process
       • is characterized by
         • high degree of job customization
         • the large scope of each project
         • the release of substantial resources
       • creates
         • Products
         • Services
       • is based
         • a flexible flow strategy
         • work flows redefined with each new project
     • Job Shop Process
       • is characterized by
         • creates the flexibility needed
           • to produce a variety significant
             • Products
             • Services
         • make products to order
         • It don't produce them ahead of time
         • have a different sequence in each job
     • Batch Flow Process
       • Provides a set of batches of product.
         • Greater than the workshop process.
         • Volumes
           • regular
           • moderate
       • The flow pattern
         • Messy
         • linear flow under segments
     • Line Flow Process
       • Operations are handled in repetitively
         • Mass production
           • Bajo una secuencia fija
         • Variety of product
           • Under control of additional elements
     • Continuous Flow Process
       • flows continuously
         • primary material
           • liquid
           • gas
           • wood fibers
           • powder
         • process industry

2. Vertical Integration

3. Resource Flexibility

4. Capital Intensity

5. Customer Involvement