Pareto analysis for the lifetime performance index of products on the basis of progressively first-failure-censored batches under balanced symmetric and asymmetric loss functions

One of the most important topics in manufacturing industries is the evaluation of performance lifetimes of products. Based on a given lifetime performance index, this paper deals with evaluating the performance of a process subject to a given lower specification limit. We confine ourselves to the progressively first-failure-censored data coming from a common Pareto distribution. With both the Bayesian and the non-Bayesian approaches being investigated here, we pay more attention to Bayesian estimators under balanced type loss functions. The results are presented under the balanced versions of two well-known loss functions, namely the squared error loss and the Varian's linear-exponential (LINEX) loss. Moreover, based on the Bayesian and the non-Bayesian approaches, the problem of testing hypotheses on the lifetime performance index is studied. Also, a simulation study is performed to assess the obtained results. Finally, two illustrative examples are given.     

The value of the Display® campaign as a voluntary energy and environmental performance certification system of buildings for sustainable municipal energy management in Ukraine

Although the significance of sustainable municipal energy management has not yet been widely recognized in Ukraine, important steps to popularize this idea among local authorities have been taken through the introduction of the Display® campaign in 11 Ukrainian municipalities. This European voluntary energy and environmental performance certification system of buildings aims to encourage local authorities to publicly demonstrate the energy and environmental performance of their buildings and to thereby convince citizens to stop wasting energy and water. This paper analyzes to what extent the campaign has been valuable for sustainable energy management in those Ukrainian cities that have set an example of an active bottom-up approach to enhancing the integration of a former Soviet Union country in the European Union on account of their support of the associations Energy Cities and “Energy Efficient Cities of Ukraine”, as well as their own endeavors to implement EU climate protection policy.     

From bodies as ‘meat’ to bodies as ‘flesh’: the expression of performance management as ‘sacrificial acts’ within professional rugby

ABSTRACT

In this article, we argue that to extend the research on performance management we need to examine further how organisational members interweave the technology of such management into their work. Using Maurice Merleau-Ponty’s philosophy, we question the notion that technology acts on bodies in a linear manner as ‘meat’ to be manipulated. His reversible ontology suggests that these materials can be woven into the flesh of organising in a multitude of ways. Specifically, we refer to professional rugby, and the manner in which its players utilise the technology of performance management, to forge a localised expression of sacrifice. We suggest that this expression provides a means for players to define and evaluate themselves against ‘good rugby’. As forms of evaluation may vary in organisations, we recommend that researchers do not solely associate performance management with metrics but also look to other, more localised, expressions to inform their work.     

Flexible manufacturing systems performance in U.S. automotive manufacturing plants: a case study

Flexible manufacturing systems (FMS) philosophy is a key weapon in achieving global manufacturing competitiveness. It encompasses a wide range of dimensions to improve all aspects of operational performance metrics. The aim of the study is to examine the current state of flexibility adoption in U.S. automotive manufacturing facilities and its impact on operational performance metrics. It utilizes survey questionnaire developed based on previous work in U.S. manufacturing industry. The survey was originally distributed to 420 facility managers in the U.S. domestic automotive industry. It was revealed that 70% of the respondents had implemented all 15 flexibility dimensions listed in the questionnaire. The data analysis conducted shows that implementation of certain flexibility dimensions will lead to significant improvement in specific operational performance metrics. This considerable finding can be used as a guide for manufacturing managers to achieve certain objectives in operational performance improvement in a rapidly changing environment.     

中国证券公司领导权配置模式及其对公司绩效的影响分析

本文深入剖析了我国证券公司领导权配置模式,并对比分析了不同类型的领导权配置模式对公司绩效的影响。研究表明,我国证券公司主要存在哑铃模式、蘑菇模式、橄榄模式以及圆柱模式等四种类型的领导权配置模式,其中蘑菇模式是我国证券公司领导权配置的主流和推荐选择;我国证券公司党委的政治核心作用配置于决策权更有利于提高公司绩效。本文的研究对于规范和加强我国证券公司党委的政治核心作用、进一步完善我国证券公司治理机制具有重要意义。

Abstract：

This paper profoundly analyzes the leadership allocation patterns of Chinese securities companies and then comparatively studies the effect of different patterns on the performance of securities companies.Findings of this paper are as follows:there are four leadership allocation patterns of Chinese securities companies:dumbbell pattern,mushroom pattern,rugby pattern and cylinder pattern;the mushroom pattern is the mainstream and recommended choice of Chinese securities companies;it helps to improve performa...     

Performer-Level Systems Analysis

Abstract

A review of the Journal of Organizational Behavior Management(1992-2001) was conducted to determine how “systemic” the applied behavioral interventions were. Criteria for the term “systemic” in an organizational behavior context were derived from Rummler and Brache's (1995) Human Performance System (HPS). Six dependent measures derived from Rummler and Brache's HPS were used to evaluate the systemic nature of the interventions. The dependent variables were classified into one of three mutually exclusive categories: whether the variable was modified, discussed but not modified, or absent. The classification of variables was used to determine the degree to which an intervention was “systemic.” Results indicated that considerations of systemic factors were often modified and rarely merely discussed. A majority of the studies examined dealt with 2, 3, or 4 of the 6 systemic variables evaluated.     

The Hospital Foundation Strategy and Performance Relationship

Attracting philanthropic donations is a strategic imperative for many hospitals. A hospital can manage the giving process most effectively by developing a well‐managed hospital foundation. This study examines the hospital foundation strategy and performance relationship. Using a sample of 258 hospital foundations we identified different strategies and significant performance differences among them.     

中国古代绩效评估思想及启示

中国古代的绩效考核理论和思想十分丰富,主要包括了明主治吏不治民,治吏之重在于考课,德礼为政教之本,察吏安民、视情办吏,民唯邦本、本固邦兴等方面.古代的绩效考核理论和思想固然有阶级和历史的局限性,但是历史发展具有连续性,认真学习和借鉴绩效考核理论和思想对于今天的绩效评估具有重要意义.     

试论绩效管理在高校公派留学管理中的运用

绩效管理是提高高校公派留学管理工作效率和管理水平的有效途径。文章在界定绩效管理和高校公派留学概念的基础上,探讨了高校公派留学工作运用绩效管理理论的基本思路及需注意的几个具体问题。     

多元化战略与企业绩效的关系研究——以亚太地区为例

在过去的关于企业多元化的研究中,大多研究者没有关注国家环境或者区域环境对于企业多元化的影响。本研究采取数理统计方法,根据理论建立假设模型,并对之进行检验,旨在探索多元化战略与企业绩效在不同国家环境下是否存在显著关系。研究结论认为,环境因素既是企业实施多元化战略的极其重要的影响因素,又是影响多元化战略绩效的关键因子。