Controle de informações gerenciais na relação fabricas/montadoras e fornecedores

Abstract

This study focuses mainly on explaining the practices of large assembly companies in the control of information, purchases, development of relationships with suppliers and logistical raw material operations in the manufacture of vehicles. This subject is justified because of the major challenges in identifying the best processes, improving and discussing the technologies that contribute to the productivity and value added of the businesses. Theoretically, it is based on works of distinguished authors who have studied the subject, analyzing knowledge as applied to the most current information technology. This has been an ideal source for the collection of necessary data in the development of this research project. The research methodology was used to to analyze exploratory and investigative objectives using the case study method. This methodology permitted the comparison of the realty of the company with the theoretical knowledge from the specialized literature. During this comparative study, it was perceived that the same concepts are applied, with the appropriate technology, to the internal processes of each company in relation to the culture, tradition, geographic location, origin and other factors as well. It was concluded that the development of information technology is a very important factor in the creation of new work processes directed toward improved efficiency and effectiveness. The choice of objectives, the theoretical reference and research within the companies, provided a glimpse of the predominant practices and a comparison of the different applications of work methodologies in the internal and external processes in the companies.