Comparative Evaluation of Manufacturing Systems Adoption in Kenya: A Quasi-Experimental Analysis, 2000–2026

March 18, 2015Open Access

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The study quantifies the causal effect of advanced manufacturing systems on operational performance while identifying key moderating factors.
Utilized a quasi-experimental difference-in-differences design.
Analyzed longitudinal plant-level data from a national industrial survey.
Estimated treatment effects using a specific statistical model with robust standard errors.
Plants adopting integrated systems achieved an 18.4% improvement in overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
The positive effect was significantly influenced by workforce technical training, indicated by a strong statistical correlation.

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Quasi-experimental analysis shows technology adoption improves operational performance, suggesting key investments are needed.

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