Methodical approaches to the formation of business processes at metallurgical production enterprises

   Relevance. The article is devoted to the development of a conceptual framework for the methodology for the formation and optimization of business processes at metallurgical enterprises, which is one of the key sectors of the economy that form the industrial potential of the regions, in particular the Perm Territory. The paper analyzes the features of business processes in the industry, identifies factors affecting their efficiency, and proposes an adapted methodology that takes into account the specifics of metallurgical production.

   The purpose of the article is to develop a conceptual basis for the methodology for the formation and optimization of business processes, taking into account the specifics of metallurgical enterprises to increase their efficiency and competitiveness.

   The objectives of the study: analysis of the features of business processes in the field of metallurgy, determination of their specific characteristics and key factors affecting efficiency; development of a conceptual framework for an adapted methodology for the formation and optimization of business processes based on the principles of process orientation, customer focus, consistency and continuous improvement; comparison of the proposed methodology with existing approaches to business process management and identification of its advantages; visualization of business process diagrams for steel smelting and equipment repair using the developed methodology to demonstrate its practical applicability; determination of the limitations of the proposed methodology and prospects for further research.

   Methodology. Research methods: system analysis, comparative analysis, business process modeling, expert assessment, statistical analysis.

   Results. In the course of the study, a conceptual framework was developed for the adapted methodology for the formation and optimization of business processes at metallurgical enterprises, based on the principles of process orientation, customer focus, consistency, adaptability, KPI orientation and continuous improvement. The proposed methodology integrates various management tools and methods, such as VSM, BPMN, SWOT analysis and elements of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, and takes into account the specific features of metallurgical production. Schemes of business processes for steel smelting and equipment repair are presented, demonstrating the practical application of the developed methodology.

   Conclusions. The developed methodology can serve as a basis for further research and practical developments in the field of improving the efficiency and competitiveness of metallurgical industry enterprises.

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