Factory Physics 3rd Edition

Authors: Wallace J. Hopp, Mark L. Spearman · Publisher: Waveland Press · Language: English
ISBNs: ISBN-10: 1577667395 · ISBN-13: 978-1577667391

Overview

Factory Physics, 3rd Edition provides a comprehensive framework for understanding, designing, and managing production and operations systems. It combines analytical rigor with practical insights, offering a scientific approach to manufacturing and supply chain management.

What You’ll Learn

• Key principles of production and operations management

• Techniques for analyzing manufacturing processes

• Methods to improve efficiency, reduce variability, and manage inventory

• Application of quantitative models to real-world production problems

• Integration of theory with practical decision-making

Why This Book Matters

This edition emphasizes a balance between theory and practice, helping readers develop a deep understanding of operational systems while providing tools to optimize performance in manufacturing environments.

Who Should Read This Book

• Industrial and systems engineering students

• Operations managers and manufacturing professionals

• Supply chain and production planners

Key Topics Covered

• Flow and variability in production systems

• Inventory, capacity, and bottleneck management

• Process design and improvement

• Advanced analytical and simulation models

• Lean operations and production strategies

Conclusion

Factory Physics, 3rd Edition is an essential resource for anyone seeking to master the principles of operations management and gain actionable insights into manufacturing and production system optimization.