ISSN:
0305-6120
Source:
Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
Topics:
Electrical Engineering, Measurement and Control Technology
Notes:
Concern over global environmental pollution has resulted in a raft of new legislation, a major impact of whichhas been fundamental re-evaluation of processing technologies used within theelectronics manufacturing industry. Although compliance remains a key driver for change, otherfactors (e.g., market, social, new business opportunities) are also providing significantpressures. Assessments of how to control pollution have led to a much deeper appreciation ofhow to manage this dramatic impact on the industry. In the short-term, the key isdealing with emissions from current premises and processes. But in the longer-term,improvements are only possible by designing products to minimise the whole-lifeenvironmental impact (e.g., avoiding hazardous materials, minimising waste, designing forre-use and recycling). Crucial to the success of both short-term andlong-term activities are the motivation and co-operation of the workforce,together with the commitment and support of management. This paper examines some of thepressures on the industry, highlights several of the resultant technical and managementchallenges, and briefly outlines how one company is successfully addressing these challenges.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/03056129710370268
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