Analysis of Operations Management at Toyota (GB) PLC: A Report

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Toyota (GB) PLC's operations management. It begins with an introduction to the company, outlining its structure, products, and services. The report then explains the difference between operations and operations management, followed by a review and critique of the implementation of operations management principles within Toyota. It examines how Toyota applies principles such as quality management, process design, location strategy, and maintenance. The report further analyzes the extent to which Toyota's operations management meets the organization's requirements, discussing techniques such as lean production, just-in-time, supply chain management, and benchmarking. Continuous improvement as a philosophy and lean principles are discussed, followed by a continuous improvement plan with justified recommendations for improvement. The report concludes with a summary of the findings and recommendations.