Essentials of Operations Management

Based on the market-leading Operations Management text, this is the ideal book for those wanting a more concise introduction to the subject, focusing on essential core topics, without compromising on the authoritative, clear and highly practical approach that has become the trademark of the authors. Operations may not run the world, but it makes the world run There has never been a more exciting time to study operations management. Fast, frequent and fundamental changes to the way goods and services are produced and delivered present both new opportunities and challenges for the business world. Operations management is critical to the success and survival of organizations everywhere, no matter how large or small. Essentials of Operations Management is the ideal text for those wanting a concise introduction to the subject. Based on Slack and Brandon-Jones’ leading Operations Management, it focuses on essential core topics, without compromising the authoritative, clear and highly practical approach that has become the trademark of the authors. Key features: o Revised and updated to reflect the ever-changing world of operations management o Illustrations-based - rooted in real-life practice with a wealth of examples showing ‘Operations in Practice’ from a variety of businesses and organizations globally o Problems and applications – practical exercises at the end of each chapter allow you to reflect on what you have learnt and test your understanding o Balanced approach – drawing on a wide array of examples from organizations in different sectors and industries from around the globe. Undergraduates on business studies, technical or joint degrees, as well as MBA and postgraduate students will all find this an invaluable resource to support their studies. Nigel Slack is an Emeritus Professor of Operations Management and Strategy at Warwick University, an Honorary Professor at Bath University and an Associate Fellow of Said Business School, Oxford University. Alistair Brandon-Jones is a Full Chaired Professor in Operations and Supply Management at the University of Bath, and an Adjunct Professor at Hult International Business School. Get to the core of operations management with this essential text. Essentials of Operations Management 2nd edition by Nigel Slack and Alastair Brandon-Jones is a highly practical title, focusing on the core topics of operations management. Based on their previous book, Operations Management, this edition serves as a concise introduction to the subject without compromising the authors' characteristic clear style of teaching. With revised and updated features and a range of case studies throughout, this text is ideal for those seeking a concise introduction to operations management. Also available/ Pair this text with MyLab® Operations Management MyLab is the teaching and learning platform that empowers you to reach every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab Operations Management personalises the learning experience and improves results for each student. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyLab® Operations Management, search for: 9781292238876 Essentials of Operations Management, 2nd Edition, plus MyLab Operations Management with Pearson eText. Package consists of: 9781292238845 Essentials of Operations Management, 2nd Edition 9781292238852 Essentials of Operations Management, 2nd Edition MyLab® Operations Management 9781292259482 Essentials of Operations Management, 2nd Edition Pearson eText MyLab® Operations Management is not included. Students, if MyLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN. MyLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.