purchasing, Materials management is one example of the way competitive manufacturers are co-ordinating operations to achieve higher profits and productivity. This hands-on guide illustrates how managers and engineers can synchronize the efforts of every plant department; inventory, production, scheduling, quality control, and finance to ensure more efficient handling and use of raw materials. T.H. Allegri gives special attention to the role of modern computer technology in providing responsible personnel with the real-time data they need to fine-tune their manufacturing systems. Readers learn step-by-step techniques for planning and implementing an effective materials management program, either on a company-wide basis or in selected areas.
