Operational Efficiency and Business Organization: A Case Study on Mumbai Dabbawalas

Authors

  • Tanmay Sachdeva tanmay@sachdeva.in

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36676/jams.v1.i3.14

Keywords:

Operational Efficiency, Business Organization, Dabbawalas

Abstract

Operational effectiveness is essential for organizational success in the complicated world of contemporary business. This study explores the complex factors that support operational efficiency, with a focus on the Mumbai Dabbawalas—a distinctive, long-standing service that is a prime example of great dependability and efficiency. By looking at the Mumbai Dabbawalas, we may learn about the values and methods that allow them to continue performing brilliantly even under trying circumstances.

Operational efficiency is the capacity of a business to provide clients with goods or services in the most economical way possible while maintaining a high standard of quality. In order to increase production and profitability, it entails simplifying procedures, cutting waste, and maximizing resources. The planned arrangement of resources, procedures, and practices inside a business with the goal of accomplishing particular goals is known as business organization. These ideas work together to directly affect customer happiness, market competitiveness, and overall sustainability, making them the cornerstone of any successful business. Understanding and putting into practice basic management concepts like Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, and total quality management (TQM) are key to operational efficiency. While Six Sigma focuses on lowering variability and errors in processes, lean manufacturing concentrates on removing waste and enhancing workflow. TQM places a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and ongoing improvement. When combined, these approaches have the power to completely change an organization's processes, resulting in increased efficacy and efficiency.

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Published

07-09-2024

How to Cite

Tanmay Sachdeva. (2024). Operational Efficiency and Business Organization: A Case Study on Mumbai Dabbawalas. Journal of Advanced Management Studies, 1(3), 11–21. https://doi.org/10.36676/jams.v1.i3.14

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