Different types of netting materials & their properties

In the inland water bodies there are predators like crabs, certain type of eels which can destroy the nets and penetrate into the cage. In such water bodies Braided HDPE net having 2 mm to 2.5 mm thickness can be used as outer net to prevent the predators. Otherwise 1.5 mm twisted HDPE net can also be used. The specification of inner cage can be decided depending on the species, from HDPE 0.5 mm/10 mm mesh size to 1.0 mm/ 22 mm which will be cost effective and durable. Predator birds are also common hence proper prevention net also must be used

Improving production efficiency at DIGI Camera, Malaysia

The case discusses the problems in achieving production efficiency at DIGI Camera, Malaysia. The parent company was established in Japan in 1928 and since then, had been consistently introducing new and advanced technologies in their line of products. The company introduced digital lens cameras in March 2001 and was struggling to meet the production targets because of high rejection rates. The company was respected for its high quality products and the current situation was completely unacceptable to the company’s top management. Through systematic analysis, the causes for high rejection rates were identified. The case provides information on the costs and benefits that could be obtained by eliminating these causes. This study illustrates how systematic analysis of quality problems can help generate viable solution alternatives and can help select the best alternative to implement

The mediating role of organizational innovation on the relationship between knowledge management processes and organizational performance in the public sector

The main objective of this study is to survey relationships among some of critical success factors of knowledge management (KM) include; KM processes (KMP), organizational innovation (INO), and organizational performance (PER). So in this research about the role INO as mediator will be investigated.The research proposes that KM in the public sector is still in its infancy and has a long way to go in the KM journey. However, the study has identified a certain number of factors that are essential to the success of the KM initiative and program in the public sector.The result of this investigation could have significant implications for KM programs in public sector organizations in Iran

An empirical study on the impact of supply chain practices on competitive position of MNEs in Malaysia

Effective supply chains provide opportunities to create sustainable competitive advantage and enhance the competitive position of companies. This paper attempts to study the impact of supply chain practices on competitive position of a company. This research surveyed senior managers in various MNEs in Malaysia. The results show that efforts in: (1) improving customer satisfaction, (2) selecting the right suppliers, (3) improving the efficiency of operations and (4) implementing the right quality practices have significant impact on the competitive position of the company