Paperback. Ely Devons (191367) was a British economist and statistician who made notable contributions to a variety of areas. Originally published in 1950, this book contains a study of the way in which the Ministry of Aircraft Production planned production during the Second World War. Based upon Devons' firsthand experience within the planning division of the Ministry, the text forms a highly personal record of the ways in which production was planned, incorporating criticisms and judgements where necessary. A linear historical perspective is avoided, in favour of a systematic approach focusing on various aspects of the production process in turn. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in British aircraft production and military history. This 1950 book studies the way in which the Ministry of Aircraft Production planned production during the Second World War. Based on the personal experience of economist and statistician Ely Devons, this book will be of value to anyone with an interest in British aircraft production and military history. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Planning in Practice (Paperback)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge
Publication Date: 2013
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1107617073
ISBN 13: 9781107617070
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new

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Ely Devons (1913–67) was a British economist and statistician who made notable contributions to a variety of areas. Originally published in 1950, this book contains a study of the way in which the Ministry of Aircraft Production planned production during the Second World War. Based upon Devons' firsthand experience within the planning division of the Ministry, the text forms a highly personal record of the ways in which production was planned, incorporating criticisms and judgements where necessary. A linear historical perspective is avoided, in favour of a systematic approach focusing on various aspects of the production process in turn. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in British aircraft production and military history.

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This 1950 book studies the way in which the Ministry of Aircraft Production planned production during the Second World War. Based on the personal experience of economist and statistician Ely Devons, this book will be of value to anyone with an interest in British aircraft production and military history.

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