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The importance of processes

The importance of processes

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Processes really are important. They are the 'what' that needs to be accomplished to successfully complete a job relating to the project, production or service effectively and efficiently. But then again, it may be thought that for detailing everything what you have to do is a simplistic and unnecessary exercise; it may also be considered unnatural and too matter-of-fact. If we were pessimistic, we might say, 'Any mature or sane person would know that this is the way this job should be done'. However, the most effective engineers, especially those in NASA, now know that ignoring a process is not always the wise choice! The six key processes are commonly known as the key engineering operational processes and fit well with the ELITE Leadership Model as the skills required for an effective leader.

Chapter Contents:

  • 2.1 A brief history of process engineering
  • 2.1.1 Applying the principles of process engineering
  • 2.2 Stop 'fixing' that broken process for the umpteenth time
  • 2.3 Business process re-engineering only works when applied and supported
  • 2.4 Taking the time to plan and fix processes
  • 2.5 Are there stakeholders in each action plan for the processes?
  • 2.6 Developing a management plan
  • 2.6.1 Adding value to the value-added processes
  • 2.7 Process is more than following ISO-9000 or similar management plans
  • Questions for the reader
  • References

Inspec keywords: process planning; human resource management; aerospace engineering; production management

Other keywords: engineering operational process; ELITE leadership skills; project success; NASA

Subjects: Industrial processes; Production management; Aerospace industry; Human resource management

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