Creative processes to develop world class systems for manufacturing

The traditional US approach to manufacturing is first described; then the highly competitive approach referred to as world-class manufacturing (WCM) is discussed. Next, the systems used by progressive US firms in implementation of the world-class manufacturing concept are described. The concept includes just-in-time inventory control, total quality control, and computer-integrated manufacturing. Finally, some approaches to generating more creative ideas in manufacturing that should enable the remainder of US manufacturing organizations to replicate the result of the progressive firms are described.<
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