Abstract:

Continuous Improvement is a concept recognised in the literature and management practice as essential in today’s business environment. The article deals with the management of projects implemented in manufacturing companies as part of broadly understood organisation improvement programmes. The first part of the article presents the conclusions resulting from literature analysis regarding the significance of improvement projects. Attention was drawn to the need for skilful management of this type of initiatives, errors appearing in their implementation and their classification. This was followed by a reference to empirical research conducted in a manufacturing company, which allowed for their more detailed characteristics.