Encyclopedia of Operations Management offers a comprehensive and authoritative exploration of the field of operations management. Recognizing the evolving nature of this field, this encyclopedia incorporates the latest trends, emerging technologies, and industry practices. It addresses topics such as Industry 4.0, digital transformation, sustainability, agile methodologies, and data analytics, ensuring that readers are equipped with up-to-date knowledge. Designed to cater to both students and professionals, this encyclopedia provides a wide range of knowledge, insights, and best practices for optimizing operations within diverse industries and organizations.

Readers will also find numerous case studies and examples drawn from a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, services, healthcare, logistics, and e-commerce. These real-world illustrations enable readers to grasp the practical implications of various operations management concepts and techniques.

• Covers a broad spectrum of topics related to operations management, encompassing the entire lifecycle of operations, from planning and design to execution, control, and improvement
• Includes both traditional and contemporary aspects of the field, ensuring that readers gain a holistic understanding of operations management in the modern business landscape
• Features contributions from leading experts, practitioners, and academics in the field of operations management
• Organized thematically into clearly defined sections, thus facilitating easy navigation and enabling readers to locate specific topics of interest quickly