David Barnes is a brilliant writer. His book sparks curiosity through its broad coverage of operations management - all the way from classical management models to up-to-date managerial challenges. The text is vivid, informative and critical. In combination with the digital resources, it all provides an excellent platform for learning.

Ludvig Lindlöf, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden

This textbook will revitalize my approach to research and teaching. It offers a comprehensive and objective look at key topics from an international standpoint. With his inspirational and innovative case-based approach, David Barnes provides a fresh perspective on operations management. My students will undoubtedly have a faster and better learning curve with this original new textbook.

Kjeld Nielsen, Aalborg University, Denmark

David Barnes has captured the international flavour of the contemporary challenges faced by many global enterprises. The text integrates core international business concepts with operations management principles while bringing topics to life using a range of case studies.

Lincoln Wood, University of Otago, New Zealand

Suitable for a first course in operations management at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, this textbook addresses a gap in the literature by considering issues from an international perspective. It clarifies the concepts, reviews tools and applications, and ends with an examination of new trends.

Juan Carlos Fernandez de Arroyabe, University of Essex, UK