Download or read book Effects of Inventory Management Systems on Performance of Manufacturing Companies in Eldoret Town Kenya written by Elijah Ngugi and published by . This book was released on 2019-02-09 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2019 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 0.78, course: Degree in Procurement Logistics and Supply Chain Management, language: English, abstract: Manufacturing companies' managers are familiar how inventory plays in running of organization operations. In most manufacturing companies, direct materials help in the production process hence affecting company performance. Poor inventory management systems lead most of finished goods to stay in the store before being delivered to its final consumption hence affecting organization performance. It is against this background that the study examined effect of inventory management systems on performance of manufacturing companies in Eldoret Town, Kenya. The specific objectives of the research were: to examine effect of Material Requirement Planning (MRP) on manufacturing companies performance in Eldoret Town, Kenya; to assess effect of Distribution Resource Planning (DRP) System on performance of manufacturing companies in Eldoret Town, Kenya; to determine effect of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) system on performance of manufacturing companies in Eldoret Town, Kenya; and to evaluate effect of Just in Time (JIT) System on performance of manufacturing companies in Eldoret Town, Kenya. The study was guided by Adaptive Structuration Theory (AST), Theory of inventory and production and Lean theory. A cross sectional research design was used. The target population comprised of 47 top level management, 45 middle level management (stores, production, supply chain, finance, ICT, material handling department, sales and marketing, transport, total quality management) and 1032 employees working in the departments of the manufacturing companies in Eldoret Town totaling to 1124 respondents. The study selected 383 respondents using simple random sampling technique while both structured and unstructured questionnaire were used as research in

Download or read book Productive Supplier Relationships in a Competitive Market written by Muhalia Eric Jepherson and published by IPR Journals and Book Publishers. This book was released on 2022-12-26 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TOPICS IN THE BOOK Logistics Management Systems and Performance of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Manufacturers in Nairobi, Kenya Relationship between Staff Competency and Implementation Level of Public Procurement Regulatory Framework in the Devolved Governments in Kenya Effect of Warehouse Management Systems on Supply Chain Performance of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Manufacturers in Kenya Effect of the Supplier Selection on Supply Chain Efficiency in County Government of Nandi Influence of Customer Relationship Management on Performance of Manufacturing Firms in Kenya

Download or read book Effect of cash flow management activities on financial performance of manufacturing companies in Nairobi written by Wycliffe Motende and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2019-09-13 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bachelor Thesis from the year 2019 in the subject Economics - Finance, grade: 2, Kenyatta University, language: English, abstract: This study will target 735 manufacturing companies divided into 14 categories located in Nairobi. A stratified sampling method will be used to determine the population sample guided by Naasiuma Model to come the sample size. Secondary data will be collected based on the financial statements as well as data from KAM website. Collected data will be prepared and then analyzed by use of STATA software. Diagnostic tests will carried out to ensure that the classical linear modeling assumptions are not violated. Collected data will then be subjected to various analytical tools like Mean, Standard deviation, Correlation and Regression analysis so as to achieve the objective of the study. Finally the analyzed information will be presented in tables, charts and figures to aid in recommendation and future decision making. Cash flow shortfall has proved to be one of the issues facing manufacturing companies in Nairobi. Companies with cash flow problems have witnessed a lot of struggle when it comes to settling their credit commitments whenever they fall due. In some cases, the effect has resulted into extreme losses, low profits, business operation difficulty and high financial costs due to excessive borrowing. The general objective of this study is to determine the effect of cash flow management activities on the financial performance of manufacturing companies in Nairobi. To achieve this objective this study will examine how the three main components of cash flow statement component impact on the financial performance of companies under the scope. Cash flow activities according to Kew et al are cash flow from operating activities, cash flow from investing activities and cash flow from financing activities. To measure the financial performance of manufacturing companies, the study will apply two key financial ratios which include Return on Equity (ROE) and Return on Assets (ROA). Independent variables will be measured using net values of each activity as reported in the cash flow statement. The study will adopt a descriptive research design.

Download or read book Influence of Risk Management Practices on the Performance of Small Micro Enterprises in Eldoret Town Kenya written by Judith Jebichii Tuwei and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2018-09-03 with total page 19 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2018 in the subject Business economics - Miscellaneous, , language: English, abstract: Risk management focuses on adopting a systematic and consistent approach to manage all of the risks confronting organization. Risks distinctiveness applicable to SMEs in Kenya include: uncertain risk, a chance of loss, normally accidental, sudden and unforeseen. This uniqueness makes entrepreneurs to seriously think about risk, its impact on their businesses and how risk can be managed. It is therefore important to investigate the influence of risk management practices on performance of small micro enterprises. Five specific research objectives guided the study i.e. to identified the Components of risk in small and medium enterprises (SMEs, to examine the various kind of risk connected with SMEs, to identified risk management methods and techniques used to determine and monitor risks within SMEs, to determine the effect of risk management practices on SMEs performance and to identify impediment associated with risk management of SMEs in Eldoret. The descriptive research was employed in the study. The target population comprises of SME operators mainly drawn manufacturing, services and processing within Eldoret CBD. The sample for the study was selected using stratified random and simple random sampling methods. The research instruments were questionnaire, observation and interview. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics (frequency tables), while correlation and regression analysis were used to test the hypotheses. The finding of the showed that very few SME owners, managers, entrepreneurs or key designated employees make use of risk management tools and techniques within their businesses, to achieve growth and sustainability. However, the majority agreed to the high importance of risk management in the success of a business enterprise. The findings of the study furthered revealed that leverage on financial structure, issue of collateral security, incapacity to go for technological advancement; tough competition and inadequate margin are among the risk associated with SMEs. The findings of the study furthered suggest that the risk management practice has a lot of effect on SMES performance. This study is significant since it is hoped the findings and recommendations of the study will assist the policy makers in the Ministry of Trade and Industry in making appropriate decisions.

Download or read book Supplier Development Practices written by Fredrick Masai Mutisya and published by IPR Journals and Book Publishers. This book was released on 2023-09-07 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TOPICS IN THE BOOK Effect of Green Supply Chain Practices on Performance of Large Chemical Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi County Kenya Effects of Conflict of Interest on Procurement Performance in Referral Hospitals in Kenya: A Case of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) Nairobi, Kenya Effect of Supplier Development on Procurement Performance in Public Sector in Kenya: A Case of Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KENGEN) Influence of Distribution Network Systems on Supply Chain Performance in Print Media Industry in Kenya: A Case of the Nation Media Group Effects of Bullwhip on Supply Chain Performance in Manufacturing Sector in Kenya, A Case of Cooper K Brands Limited

Download or read book Inventory Management Practice in Case of Arba Minch University written by Yitayew Alemu and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-11-27 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bachelor Thesis from the year 2014 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 3.64 OUT OF 4.00, Arba Minch University (BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS), course: MANAGEMENT, language: English, abstract: Effective inventory management is a tool to run the organization property. Therefore, assessments of inventory management have a vital role. This is the reason why the study is conducted. To conduct this research, applying descriptive research is believed to be appropriate. In this study census was used, because it increase research quality and the population size is less than 100. To get relevant data both primary and secondary data were collected. After the data collection process ends, it was analyzed by descriptive statistics like percentage and table. This study was conducted in ArbaMinch University. Based on the findings of the study, the researcher forward feasible recommendation so as to help the organization overcome its inventory management related problems. The major finding of the study indicates that the inventory management practices of the university were poor.

Download or read book Effects of poor communication in an organization Case of Kenya Seed Company written by Thomas Muema and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2012-01-18 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2012 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, , course: Organisation communication, language: English, abstract: In workplaces poor communication is a serious problem and can be costly to an organization. The impact can be devastating to the parties involved. Some of the results include: Loss of business, customers, products, goods, services, employee turnover, loss of productivity, absenteeism, sabotage, injury and accidents, sick leave and so on. The main purpose of this study is to identify the effects of poor communication on organizational performance and to find out the strategies for improving on communication at the workplace so that employee motivation can be enhanced. The specific objectives of the study included finding out the factors, levels, types and effects of poor communication at the workplace. The study was guided by the writings of Elashmawi and Harris, (1993) who have argued that a fuller understanding of organizations is a vital ingredient at every forward step of the career process, and that communication is a primary element for understanding how organizations function and how members of the organization should, even must, behave in organizations if they are to advance their careers. The study was carried out at the Kenya Seed Company Limited. A sample of 300 respondents was involved in the research and they were picked through random stratified sampling save for seven heads of departments who were purposefully selected by virtue of their positions and possession of key information. This sample was deemed representative enough as the total number of workers is 3000. The research used both questionnaires and interviews schedules. Data was analyzed and presented using descriptive statistics methods. Excel was used to come up with this analysis. To analyze and determine the magnitude of poor communication and good channels of proper communication, the findings of the study will help KSC Ltd and other organizations to improve on communication. This in turn will improve the employee motivation and general organizational performance.

Download or read book The Effect of Reward Management System on Employee Performance The Case of IE Network Solutions Plc written by Esubalew Ginbar and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2021-02-25 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master's Thesis from the year 2020 in the subject Leadership and Human Resource Management - Employee Motivation, grade: 3.87, Addis Ababa University (College of Business and Economics), course: Business Administration, language: English, abstract: The aim of this study was to examine the effect of reward management system on employee performance in the case of IE Network Solution PLC. in Addis Ababa. In a current highly competitive business environment, having well performing and inspired employees are the main success factor for any organization. In realizing that, in one hand researchers argue well-designed reward strategy plays the major role through enhancing the performance of employees. On the other hand, other scholars claim that rewards have nothing to do with employees’ performance. This study was conducted through a mixed research approach with in both a descriptive and explanatory research design. A total of 80 self-administered questionnaires were distributed to the all staff members of the company. 77 questionnaires were returned. It was valid to run the data analysis. Therefore, the descriptive, correlation and multiple regression analysis were computed through SPSS version 23. The correlation analysis result shows that promotion and employee recognition positively and moderately associated with performance of employees. However, work condition salary have a positive but weak relation with employee performance. The multiple regression analysis revealed promotion (β=0.313), employee recognition (β=0.319), work condition (β=0.256), and salary (β=0.189) has a significant effect on employee performance. However, benefit packages have no significant effect on performance of employees. Additionally, the regression analysis shows, (R^2=0.579, p

Download or read book Kenya written by International Monetary Fund and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 1995-12-15 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This paper reviews economic developments in Kenya during 1990–95. Real GDP growth decelerated from 4.3 percent in 1990 to close to zero in 1992/93. Inflation accelerated from 12 percent in the 12-month period ended December 1989 to 34 percent in March 1993. The central government’s budget deficit increased from 6.7 percent in 1989/90 to 11.4 percent of GDP in 1992/93. Broad money growth (M2) accelerated from 21 percent in the 12-month period ended December 1991 to 36 percent in March 1993.

Download or read book An Evaluation on the Effectiveness of Performance Appraisal Systems Within Manufacturing Firms in Malta written by Grace Debrincat and published by . This book was released on 2013-11 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master's Thesis from the year 2011 in the subject Business economics - Personnel and Organisation, grade: B+, University of Leicester, course: Masters Degree - Employee Relations and Human Resource Management, language: English, abstract: Manufacturing firms based in Malta are striving to improve productivity levels in their quest to sustain their competitiveness, thus the need to assess employees' performance is becoming crucial. Performance Appraisals (PA) is a tool which is associated with employee performance evaluation. However, researchers tend to disagree on the effectiveness of such systems. Academics claim that PAs improve employees' performance through commitment, motivation and output increases, whilst providing an optimal basis for a reward system and training needs. Conversely, it is argued that PAs are flawed from inception since they are subjective, biased and unfair. Additionally research strongly indicates that no conclusive evidence can be provided whether productivity increases as a direct result of PAs outcome. Thus, the objective of this dissertation is to evaluate the effectiveness of PAs within manufacturing firms in Malta. The study critically assesses research on PAs and their effectiveness towards company goals, whilst identifying a set of criteria derived from the literature to test the extent of PAs effectiveness. The methodology chosen is of a qualitative and exploratory nature based on a non-probability, self-selection sample applied through interviews with HR Practitioners. The interview responses are then categorised in themes, each evaluated to test the effectiveness of PAs. The research reveals that medium and large-sized manufacturing firms in Malta, undertake PAs mostly as a control mechanism and reward system. The findings reject the notion that PAs are totally flawed and ineffective. However, HR Practitioners tend to agree that subjectivity in ratings, appraisers' incompetency and reluctance by managers to undertak

Download or read book Town Planning Regulations written by Silva Tony and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2014-03-14 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2013 in the subject Urban and Regional Planning, grade: A, The University of Chicago, language: English, abstract: In his definition, Fogg (2008) observes that town planning regulations are rules that govern land use and design of the environment, inclusive of transport networks. The aim of town planning regulations is to guide and ensure orderly development and settlement of communities within urban centres. In Australia, Queensland in particular, town planning is found in various layers that run from the site of the development to the national level (Gurran, 2011). However, the developments are guided by laid down regulations that are discussed below.

Download or read book Finance Against Poverty Volume 1 written by Hulme David and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-08-12 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In two volumes these books review and expand the theory that poverty in the world's poorest regions could be alleviated by providing small loans to micro-entrepreneurs. Volume 1 provides detailed analysis of this theory and offers policy recommendations for practitioners in this field. Volume 2 presents empirical evidence drawn from comparative experiences in seven developing countries. The work assesses the success of this policy and provides some startling conclusions. This is essential reading for all those interested in development, poverty-reduction, social welfare and finance.

Download or read book Manufacturing Strategy written by John Miltenburg and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2005-03-09 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To stay competitive and meet market expectations in a global economy, both domestic and foreign companies must realign their manufacturing processes, make improvements, and increase their manufacturing capabilities. With large numbers of employees working in a network of domestic and foreign facilities, production processes are as varied as the products being produced. Manufacturing managers need a manufacturing plan or strategy that will bring structure to this complex environment. In Manufacturing Strategy: How to Formulate and Implement a Winning Plan, 2nd Edition, John Miltenburg offers a sensible and systematic method to: (1) evaluate domestic and foreign factories and international manufacturing and (2) plan the appropriate manufacturing strategy to be first in the market. Incorporating comments and suggestions from managers who used the first edition of Manufacturing Strategy, John Miltenburg expands and improves on his focus in the areas of: International Manufacturing — where the focus is on a company's international network of factories; Competitive Strategy — where managers must understand the role manufacturing strategy plays in their company's business strategy; and Manufacturing Programs — showing how programs such as quality management, six sigma, agile manufacturing, and supply chain management fit within the manufacturing strategy. Manufacturing Strategy gives managers a common language for dealing with manufacturing problems at both strategic and operational levels. It improves communication between manufacturing managers and those outside manufacturing (who will now have a better understanding of what manufacturing can and cannot do).

Download or read book Handbook of Poverty in India written by Rokkam Radhakrishna and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2005 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides an account of the incidence, trends, and determinants of poverty in India and reviews the situation in the context of deprivations, empowerment, role of poor in governance, its geographical concentration, major policies and programme implementation, and the legislative and other initiatives taken by the government.

Download or read book Battery Management System in an Electric Car written by Muhammad Haseeb and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-19 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2016 in the subject Engineering - Power Engineering, grade: 67/100, University of Leicester, course: Electrical & Electronics, language: English, abstract: It is believed that electric vehicles will be able to go toe-to-toe, or wheel to wheel, with internal combustion engine vehicles in as little as eight years. Some of the obstacles this industry could face is the battery lifespan and range of the vehicle. Currently, Lithium-ion batteries provide the best energy density and a longer lifespan for energy storage, however these batteries require a complex battery management system to help operate at their optimum level. This project dwells in to a basic battery management system to be used in a formula student electric car. The battery management system is custom built, making sure it adheres to the rules and regulations provided by the governing body of IMechE Formula Student. After the project completion, the system will become an integrated part of the race car which will compete at formula student UK. The possibility of it becoming the first ever British electric race car to pass scrutiny is very likely.

Download or read book Operations Management for Competitive Advantage written by Richard B. Chase and published by . This book was released on 2007-01 with total page 806 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chase, Jacobs and Aquilano: Operations Management for Competitive Advantage, 11/e (CJA) provides a current and thorough introduction to the concepts, processes, and methods of managing and controlling operations in manufacturing or service settings. The text provides comprehensive coverage, from high-tech manufacturing to high touch services with a balanced treatment. Chase, Jacobs, and Aquilano also thoroughly integrates and discusses current issues such as globalization; supply chain strategy, E-business, and ERP. The concepts are illustrated by using abundant real world examples, articles, illustrations, problems and cases. Technology is integral to the success of this course, as such, CJA also provide students and instructors with an innovative array of leading edge technology learning and teaching tools.

Download or read book Decision Systems for Inventory Management and Production Planning written by Edward A. Silver and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 722 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presenting an in-depth discussion of the major inventory and production decisions faced by both private and public organizations, this book also covers the latest decision-making systems, such as Just-in-Time Manufacturing, KANBAN, Distribution