Abstract
Firms are increasingly using advanced manufacturing technology and just-in-time production to improve their competitiveness. However, little consideration has been given to the effect of these technologies on the maintenance function. This paper reports the results of a study of maintenance practices. Based on the responses of 222 plant managers and maintenance managers in 180 manufacturing plants, the analysis shows several direct relationships between advanced manufacturing technology and just-in-time and choice of maintenance practices. Advanced manufacturing technology is associated with more extensive use of computerized maintenance management systems, worker training, professional maintenance staff and preventive maintenance. Just-in-time manufacturing is associated with more extensive operator involvement in performing simple maintenance tasks.
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