From P&L to the Plant Floor: A Practitioner's Guide to Manufacturing Operations Improvement

From the P&L to the Plant Floor is a hands-on guide to improving manufacturing performance by linking financial results to plant-floor execution. John Dotson provides a practical framework for identifying margin erosion, diagnosing operational root causes, and building the systems needed to improve cost, quality, delivery, and reliability. Blending lean manufacturing, reliability-centered maintenance, daily management, and leadership discipline, this book helps operations leaders move beyond isolated improvement efforts and create lasting business results. It is an essential resource for plant managers, operations executives, and investors who want a clearer path from operational action to stronger profitability. Read more