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Romeo Engine Plant (Abridged)

By: Robert S. Kaplan and Amy P. Hutton
  • Format:Print
  • | Pages:10
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Abstract

A newly reopened automobile engine plant has been organized along total quality and teamwork principles. Employees now solve problems and ensure quality, rather than watch parts being produced. New operating and financial systems have been installed to promote continuous improvement, waste elimination, and cost reduction activities.

Keywords

Cost Accounting; Cost Management; Groups and Teams; Employees; Performance Improvement; Auto Industry

Citation

Kaplan, Robert S., and Amy P. Hutton. "Romeo Engine Plant (Abridged)." Harvard Business School Case 197-100, April 1997.

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Robert S. Kaplan

Accounting and Management
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