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How Theory of Constraints Can Be Used to Direct Preventative Maintenance

Faculty publicationsPublished 1 January 1994
Satya S. Chakravorty, J. Bryan Atwater
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Abstract

Demonstrates a new and innovative approach for directing preventive maintenance (PM) programs using the theory of constraints (TOC). Demonstration of value of using TOC principles for directing PM programs; Achievement of competitive advantage through combination of ideas and concepts from two different approaches from business.

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Decision SciencesHealth Professions