"It is a book for manufacturing companies that are fighting desperately for survival and that will go to any length to improve their factories and overcome the obstacles to success. One could even call this book a �bible� for corporate survival."�Hiroyuki Hirano Known as the JIT bible in Japan, JIT Implementation Manual � The Complete Guide t

Winner of the 2016 De Groot Prize from the International Society for Bayesian AnalysisNow in its third edition, this classic book is widely considered the leading text on Bayesian methods, lauded for its accessible, practical approach to analyzing data and solving research problems. Bayesian Data Analysis, Third Edition continues to take an applied

The Chemical and Process Plant Commissioning Handbook, winner of the 2012 Basil Brennan Medal from the Institution of Chemical Engineers, is a guide to converting a newly constructed plant or equipment into a fully integrated and operational process unit. Good commissioning is based on a disciplined, systematic and proven methodology and approach that achieve results in the safest, most efficient, cost effective and timely manner. The book is supported by detailed, proven and effective com...

There has never been a ISO 9000 ISO 9001 manual like this. 100 Success Secrets is not about the ins and outs of ISO 9000 ISO 9001. Instead, it answers the top 100 questions that we are asked and those we come across in forums, our consultancy and education programs. It tells you exactly how to deal with those questions, with tips that have never before been offered in print. This book is also not about ISO 9000 ISO 9001's best practice and standards details. Instead, it introduces everythi...

The twenty-first century has seen a breathtaking expansion of statistical methodology, both in scope and in influence. 'Big data', 'data science', and 'machine learning' have become familiar terms in the news, as statistical methods are brought to bear upon the enormous data sets of modern science and commerce. How did we get here? And where are we going? This book takes us on an exhilarating journey through the revolution in data analysis following the introduction of electronic computati...

Reduce or eliminate costly downtimeShort on teory and long on practice, this book provides examples and case studies, designed to provide maintenance engineers and supervisors with a framework for operational strategies and day-to-day management and training techniques that will keep their equipment running at top efficiency.

In his new book, Andrew W Nichols debunks many of the common misconceptions about ISO 9001:2015 and describes the many advantages the standard brings. Drawing on more than 30 years of hands-on experience, he gives clear, practical and up-to-date advice on how to implement a QMS (Quality Management System) to maximum effect.In September 2015, the much-anticipated sixth version of ISO 9001 was published, and, with it, several myths were given life. Implementations of QMSs, based on t...

Are there any legislative concerns that may arise due to your organizations operations?Can the loss of any critical component of the value chain occur without warning?Do you have service level agreements with your system provider to ensure software uptime?Does the enterprise have common triggers to alert leadership to strategic changes?How are collaborative network contingencies influencing effective IT governance?How bad are the consequences for soc...

Toyota's world-renowned success proves that just-in-time (JIT) makes other manufacturing practices obsolete. This simple but powerful book is based on the seminars given by Taiichi Ohno and other senior production staff to introduce Toyota's own supplier companies to JIT. It teaches the philosophy and implementation of what many call the most efficient production system in the world.Provides a clear structure for an introductory JIT training program.Explains every a...

Are you aware of any computerised or manual asset management systems that is implemented?Do you know how your assets are performing and what ideal performance should or could be?Does maintenance of natural assets compete for funding with maintenance of other assets?Does the project have a governance structure that includes all the key stakeholders?Is the point of the time curve to schedule the investment at the peak of the curve?What is the contribut...

Are maintenance/calibration records available and up to date for all critical equipment?Are records of the client communication during the execution of the contract maintained?Are the facilities and environmental conditions suitable for your organization activities?Are there substantial differences between an ISO 9001 and an ISO 17025 organization?Do all staff have a current job description; demonstrating line management and duties?Do records show a ...

Are access to corresponding records consistent with the confidentiality arrangements?Are you aware of any local/international legislation with regard to your project?Do the records include at least the identity of the item of equipment and its software?Do you have copies of any of the official written policies of your organization?Does the inspection body normally perform the inspections which it contracts to undertake?Have several sample test report...