Cultural Influence on Plant Maintenance in Nigeria Electric Power Industry
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The purpose of this paper is to explore the influence of corporate cultures on the way maintenance practice in the Nigeria Electric Power Industry is carried out. Practical comparisons have been made between the modern maintenance practices in the developed economies and what are obtained in Nigeria. Great differences have been found. These are related to corporate culture, cultural theory and learning and of course strategic planning. The managerial implications of these differences are also noted and discussed here in this research. TPM is a systematic approach, supported by a robust process, needs to be adopted to allow for the cultural changes to be implemented at a rate commensurate with the organization evolving corporate culture.
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