African Sensory Science in Food (Food Science)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004)

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Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Measuring System Reliability in Ethiopian Manufacturing Plants Systems

Mekdes Kassa, Department of Crop Sciences, Addis Ababa University Yared Abeba, Department of Animal Science, Addis Ababa University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18792639
Published: April 21, 2004

Abstract

Manufacturing systems in Ethiopian agriculture often face challenges related to system reliability due to varying operational conditions and maintenance practices. A Bayesian hierarchical model was applied to analyse data from Ethiopian manufacturing plants. The model accounts for heterogeneity across different plants and incorporates uncertainty through credible intervals. The analysis revealed that plant-specific factors significantly influence system reliability, with a proportion of 70% of systems operating within acceptable performance levels. This study provides evidence supporting the effectiveness of the Bayesian hierarchical model in assessing system reliability in Ethiopian agricultural manufacturing environments. Policy makers are encouraged to use this method for ongoing monitoring and improvement of manufacturing plant reliability, aiming for consistent high-performance across all sites. Bayesian Hierarchical Model, System Reliability, Ethiopian Agriculture, Manufacturing Plants The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

How to Cite

Mekdes Kassa, Yared Abeba (2004). Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Measuring System Reliability in Ethiopian Manufacturing Plants Systems. African Sensory Science in Food (Food Science), Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18792639

Keywords

EthiopiaBayesian Hierarchical ModelReliability AnalysisManufacturing SystemsQuality ControlStatistical MethodsGeographic Information Systems

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