Beyond automation and control: Manufacturing information systems from a strategic perspective

Authors:
Xian-Zhong M. Xu;G. Roland Kaye
Affiliations:
Open University Business School, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA, UK;Open University Business School, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA, UK
Venue:
International Journal of Information Management: The Journal for Information Professionals
Year:
1997

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Abstract

This paper reviews the application of computer-based information systems for manufacturing, which has found a lack of strategic orientation. Critical factors for a strategic-oriented information system, i.e. external information scanning, data refining and information reporting, are discussed. A strategic-oriented system model that incorporates information scanning-refining-reporting into manufacturing automation and control systems is proposed. A case study of a corporate strategic information processing system in a UK company is explored. Limitations of the study and suggestions for future research are made.