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Call Number (WOU) SP CEMBA 2010
Author Baljit, Singh Khaira
Title Feasibility of implementing total productive maintenance (TPM) in research and development (R&D) testing for BS sdn bhd / Baljit Singh Khaira
Abstract This study examines the feasibility of implementing total productive maintenance (TPM) in BS Sdn Bhd’s R&D testing. It is expected to set the path towards replacing the test department’s present maintenance scheme which is in a dire state with TPM. Absence of a proper maintenance program has resulted in devastating effect on the department’s finances, productivity, result quality and delivery as well as test rig safety. Important elements surrounding TPM were reviewed from past literature and served as the foundation on which the theoretical framework of the study was formulated to illustrate the network of associated variables. Questionnaire was the main instrument for data collection alongside interviews. A sample consisting of 65 test personnel made up of technicians and engineers had responded to the questionnaire. Subsequently statistical tests were applied to analyse data of the existing maintenance practices, test personnel readiness to adopt the TPM program, and their expectations out of TPM in terms of performance improvements if it is implemented. The findings of the study indicate that proactive maintenance which xv forms the basis of TPM are already established and is being supported fully by the test management but sadly not fully practised. Instead staffs rely on conventional and passive actions such as breakdown maintenance and maintenance outsourcing to get the job done. As for readiness to embrace TPM, they portrayed high enthusiasm towards majority of the TPM variables, and anticipate the same level of passion from the management team. However, a minority are reluctant to take ownership of test rig maintenance as well as are uncomfortable having a strict and regimental approach to maintenance. Additionally, a big portion believes that they lack maintenance-related skill and experience, and are in need of training and education. In terms of performance improvements, response was exceptionally encouraging with employees wanting to see the department and organisation prosper in terms of productivity, quality, cost, delivery, safety, morale and achievement once TPM takes effect. Fundamentally, BSSB’s test personnel are ready to embrace TPM but some minor tweaks and improvements to the present maintenance mechanism, and administrative system are vital before TPM can be implemented. This would then fully prepare BSSB for TPM adoption and its employees to take ownership of the maintenance functions to improve test rig availability, efficacy, quality, reliability, and safety. Consequently, this would benefit BSSB in terms of longer equipment life, improved performance as well as lower overall maintenance and operational costs.
Notes Final project report submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Business Administration (CeMBA)
Publisher/Year Penang : School of Business and Administration, Wawasan Open University, 2010
Physical Description 87 p.; 30 cm.
Subject Subject heading e.g. Motivation
Subject Wawasan Open University -- Dissertations

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