Structural equations modelling for relational analysis of JIT performance in maquiladora sector

  1. García, Jorge Luis . 2
  2. Rivera, L. 2
  3. Blanco, J. 1
  4. Jiménez, E. 1
  5. Martínez, E. 1
  1. 1 Universidad de La Rioja
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    Universidad de La Rioja

    Logroño, España

    ROR https://ror.org/0553yr311

  2. 2 Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez
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    Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez

    Ciudad Juárez, México

    ROR https://ror.org/05fj8cf83

Revista:
International Journal of Production Research

ISSN: 0020-7543

Año de publicación: 2014

Volumen: 52

Número: 17

Páginas: 4931-4949

Tipo: Artículo

DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2014.885143 SCOPUS: 2-s2.0-84905814383 WoS: WOS:000340363400001 GOOGLE SCHOLAR

Otras publicaciones en: International Journal of Production Research

Resumen

This paper analyses the process of implementing a just-in-time (JIT) methodology in maquiladora assembly plants in Mexico, through 20 activities undertaken in the areas of administration, supervision and production. The proposed approach uses a factor analysis of each group of variables (validating their feasibility through an analysis of the correlation matrix) by sections, activities and benefits obtained. A structural equations model is proposed to show how key factors in the success of the implementation of JIT associated with productive activities interrelate with factors linked to benefits. The results forthcoming from the study show that the benefits obtained through the proper administration by senior managers of their powers are directly reflected in the plant's productivity indices, such as increases in output, quality and the operational flexibility of production systems. Furthermore, a good relationship with and management of suppliers guarantees an acceptable level of control over inventories, regarding both work in process and the end product, and likewise impact upon productivity indices. © 2014 © 2014 Taylor & Francis.