Organisational models and systems offer means of understanding the operations, processes and behaviours of multi functional organisation; for gaining in-depth knowledge for development of system that supports decision making in enhancing change within the organisation to meet the market needs and demands.

To improve the manufacturing operations, processes and competitiveness, manufacturers need to

• Minimise time-to-market for new products, ensuring they hit the optimum market window.
• Minimise product development costs in order to maximise profit margins.
• Maximise the use of electronic design, collaboration and control tools.
• Improve their project management in order to manage complex projects and deliver a competitive service.
• Use digital design and collaboration tools that are essential to working more effectively and more closely with customers.
• Develop an innovative package of value-added services that meet and exceed customer expectations.