Japan S Software Factories

Author : Michael A. Cusumano
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1991-03-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780195362848

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Japan's Software Factories by Michael A. Cusumano Pdf

Though Japan has successfully competed with U.S. companies in the manufacturing and marketing of computer hardware, it has been less successful in developing computer programs. This book contains the first detailed analysis of how Japanese firms have tried to redress this imbalance by applying their skills in engineering and production management to software development. Cusumano focuses on the creation of "software factories" in which large numbers of people are engaged in developing software in cooperative ways--i.e. individual programs are not developed in isolation but rather utilize portions of other programs already developed whenever possible, and then yield usable portions for other programs being written. Devoting chapters to working methods at System Developing Corp., Hitachi, Toshiba, NEC, and Fujitsu, and including a comparison of Japanese and U.S. software factories, Cusumano's book will be important reading for all people involved in software and computer technology, as well as those interested in Japanese business and corporate culture.

Author : Michael A. Cusumano
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : Computer software industry
ISBN : 0197703186

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Japan's Software Factories by Michael A. Cusumano Pdf

Analyzes a number of Japanese computer manufacturers and their efforts to compete successfully with US software companies. The text explores the concept of Japanese "software factories", in which large numbers of people are engaged in developing computer software in co-operative ways.

Author : Gunther Lenz,Christoph Wienands
Publisher : Apress
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2006-11-22
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781430201816

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Practical Software Factories in .NET by Gunther Lenz,Christoph Wienands Pdf

The Software Factory methodology is based on recognition of these similarities and a drive to extend the concept of "reusability" to the point where we achieve entirely automated product lines. Based on an analysis and understanding of the common features and techniques of a set of applications, a Software Factory defines a tailored, end-to-end methodology for building these applications. At the heart of the Software factory methodology is the concept of Domain Specific Languages (DSLs), which in essence are development environments specifically tailored to the set of applications in hand. It removes a certain degree of flexibility but greatly enhances productivity by removing a lot of the coding complexity (for an analogy, consider the use of the now ubiquitous drag-and-drop controls in Winforms or Visual Basic). Further, in the SF methodology, patterns, process advice, and best practices can be harvested and applied for all applications in the set. There are some good books on the theory of SF already on the market. Up until this point, a lot of these concepts were fairly theoretical and abstract.

Author : Teruo Hikita,Takeshi Chusho,Hiroyasu Kakuda
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2014-12-01
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781483215723

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Advances in Software Science and Technology by Teruo Hikita,Takeshi Chusho,Hiroyasu Kakuda Pdf

Advances in Software Science and Technology, Volume 4 provides information pertinent to the advancement of the science and technology of computer software. This book discusses the various applications for computer systems. Organized into two parts encompassing 10 chapters, this volume begins with an overview of the historical survey of programming languages for vector/parallel computers in Japan and describes compiling methods for supercomputers in Japan. This text then explains the model of a Japanese software factory, which is presented by the logical configuration that has been satisfied by the semantics of software engineering. Other chapters consider fluent joint as an algorithm that operates on relations organized as multidimensional linear hash files. The final chapter deals with the rules for submission of English papers that will be published, which includes papers that are reports of academic research by members of the Society. This book is a valuable resource for scientists, software engineers, and research workers.

Author : H. Miyoshi,Y. Nakata
Publisher : Springer
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2010-11-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780230294905

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Have Japanese Firms Changed? by H. Miyoshi,Y. Nakata Pdf

If we ask simply whether Japanese business has changed, our answer must be an unequivocal yes and this is answered with a primary focus on technology, the traditional source of Japan's strong competitiveness. But if we ask whether Japanese firms have also changed in any substantive ways we must accept a less sanguine conclusion.

Author : Michael A. Cusumano
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCSD:31822007792484

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Systematic Versus Accidental Reuse in Japanese Software Factories by Michael A. Cusumano Pdf

Author : Shigenobu Ohara
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789812778741

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Japanese Project Management by Shigenobu Ohara Pdf

This book provides a comprehensive look at the features of KPM, including its emphasis on creativity and teamwork, its broader OC open value systemOCO as opposed to a OC closed technical systemOCO, its close links with corporate strategy and human resource development, and the support infrastructure needed for advancing KPM. Chapters cover both the theory and practice of KPM, citing cases of information and communications technology (ICT) and pharmaceutical companies, among others. KPM holds special relevance today as global competition is increasingly reducing the lifecycle of organizations. Managers will find in KPM not only a way to survive the shake-up, but also a framework of value creation for the next generation.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Research
ISBN : OSU:32435050750140

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Scientific Information Bulletin by Anonim Pdf

Author : Birgitte Andersen
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2000-11-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1781959935

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Knowledge and Innovation in the New Service Economy by Birgitte Andersen Pdf

'Knowledge and Innovation in the New Service Economy is an interesting book that provides a good overview of recent trends in the service sector. . . . This book is recommended for libraries supporting upper division and graduate programs in international business and e-commerce, or for those who want a thorough overview of the knowledge-based service economy.' - Steven W. Staninger, Business Information Alert Knowledge and innovation are key factors contributing to growth and prosperity in the new service economy. This book presents original, empirical and theoretical contributions to address the economic dimensions of knowledge and the organisation of knowledge intensive activity through specialised services. Specific analyses include: * macro statistics to highlight the contribution of services to economic activity * firm level survey data to identify and consider client relations * case studies of four innovation-oriented business services.

Author : Denise Tsang
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1782542981

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Business Strategy and National Culture by Denise Tsang Pdf

'The backward linkage strategies of major multinationals differ significantly between firms within the same industry. In this provocative book, Denise Tsang explains these differences in strategy in terms of the culture of the parent company and the age of the firm. Her case study of the European microcomputer industry encompasses major multinationals from the US, Japan, Taiwan and Korea, and includes both long-established firms and recent start-ups. It contains a wealth of fascinating detail which she elegantly synthesises to support her thesis.' - Mark Casson, University of Reading, UK 'This book is a major contribution to our understanding of international business strategy. It adopts a unique culturist view that has been long neglected by mainstream strategy theorists.' - Geoffrey G. Jones, Harvard Business School, US This timely book investigates the importance of national culture as it applies to the strategic management of multinationals. The author focuses on backward linkage strategies within US, Japanese, Taiwanese and Korean microcomputer multinationals investing in Europe. In particular, both market-driven and resource-driven strategic orientations are depicted in new and established firms.

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : PSU:000019984605

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Competitiveness of the U.S. Software Industry by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Pdf

Author : Sam Stuart
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-24
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781483146850

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Information Technology Research and Development by Sam Stuart Pdf

Information Technology Research and Development: Critical Trends and Issues is a report of the Office of Technology Assessment of the United States Government on the research and development in the area of information technology. The report discusses information technology research and development - its goals, nature, issues, and strategies; environment and its changes; the roles of the participants; and the health of its field. The book then goes on to four selected case studies in information technology: advanced computer architecture; fiber optic communications; software engineering; and artificial intelligence. The text also talks about the effects of divestiture and deregulation on research; education and human resources for research and development; foreign information technology research and development; and technology and industry. The text is recommended for students and researchers of information technology who wish to know more about the state of research and development in this field and the applications of this research in different areas.

Author : V. Daniel Hunt
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781461310631

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Mechatronics: Japan's Newest Threat by V. Daniel Hunt Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Computer industry
ISBN : UCR:31210024829465

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Information Technology R&D by Anonim Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Finance. Subcommittee on International Trade
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : PSU:000021862236

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United States-Japan Trade Negotiations by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Finance. Subcommittee on International Trade Pdf