Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006)
Methodological Evaluation of Manufacturing Systems Reliability in South Africa Using Panel Data Analysis
Mpho Hlomahlahla, Department of Civil Engineering, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
Ntombifuthi Cele, Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18829017
Published: January 9, 2006
Abstract
Manufacturing systems in South Africa are critical for economic growth but often face reliability challenges. A mixed-method approach incorporating econometric techniques such as fixed effects models was employed to analyse panel data. The study identified a positive correlation between investment in maintenance and system uptime (r = 0.65, p < 0.01). Panel data analysis revealed significant improvements in manufacturing systems reliability with strategic investments. Strategic investments should focus on preventive maintenance to enhance system reliability. Manufacturing Systems; Panel Data Analysis; System Reliability; South Africa Engineering
How to Cite
Mpho Hlomahlahla, Ntombifuthi Cele (2006). Methodological Evaluation of Manufacturing Systems Reliability in South Africa Using Panel Data Analysis. African Nanotechnology in Engineering, Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18829017
Keywords
Panel data analysisFixed effects modelEconometricsManufacturing reliabilitySouth AfricaTime-series analysisGeographic information systems