B.D. Gidwani , G.S. Dangayach

Abstract

The objective of this paper is to present the concepts of productivity along with its application in automotive industry. Productivity means how much and how well we produce from the resources used. Effectively using the knowledge in manufacturing processes can substantially improve the efficiency and productivity. The study discusses productivity issues, employment opportunities, market size and investments related to automotive industry. It also highlights Automotive Mission Plan and Government Initiatives in the light of Indian automobile export market. Industry performance in 2013-14 is highlighted and at the end future trends in the automobile industry are underlined. The results of this study can be used by industrial researchers, doctoral students, and faculty members to assess the primary sources of contribution to each journal, to better guide their publication strategies, and even to help plan their careers.

Keywords- Productivity, Productivity Measurement, Productivity Improvement, Manufacturing Process.