This qualitative and documentary research analyzes the significant advances that production and operations have had over time, seeking to establish the management approach's progress in each of the historical stages. It is possible to confirm that this has evolved from a perspective focused on manufacturing to a philosophy focused on a comprehensive view of the supply chain. This highlights the main obstacles to facing current challenges and, at the same time, points out the almost hegemonic short-term vision that has characterized production and operations management throughout the 20th century, as opposed to the demand current broader perspective.