Análise e priorização das dimensões competitivas da estratégia de produção das grandes empresas da indústria moveleira de Bento Gonçalves

Abstract

The decisions regarding the choice of the competitive dimensions of the structure and infrastructure, along with the organizational capabilities are the foundation for building a competitive manufacturing strategy, and a way to differentiate the company to its competitors. In this context, this study aims to identify what are the main competitive dimensions that guide the production strategy of large companies in the furniture industry in Bento Gonçalves- RS, under the same perception of the production managers. To be able to achieve the main goal was set some specific goals such as :a) analyze the strategic behavior regarding the dimensions of competition of the four major furniture manufacturers of Bento Gonçalves; b) Identify and analyze the priorities for the competitive dimensions emphasized by the companies as well as identify how each company is structured in relation to the structural and infrastructural decision areas; c) identify synergies and trade-offs among the top priorities assigned in the four companies. The methodological approach adopted was the multiple case study applied in the main furniture center of Rio Grande do Sul, the center of Serra Gaucha. The choice of this center was due to its importance in the employment generation and its share of the market in which those organizations are located. As a result, the survey showed similarity between the three companies surveyed as the choice of competitive dimensions highlighting the importance for dimensions: punctuality deliveries, volume flexibility, quality, speed delivery, design flexibility and process technology. Furthermore, the research intended to provide support to small and medium companies’ managers and researchers to understand the competition strategy on the competitive dimensions adopted by large furniture companies.