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2. Age of agile manufacturing puts quality to the test: mass customization of products demands new tools, measures

Author

Christian, Peter H. and Zimmers, Emory W., Jr.

Subjects
Manufacturing industry -- Quality management, Total quality management -- Methods, Business, Economics, Engineering and manufacturing industries
Abstract

Manufacturing firms are being required to become increasingly flexible and responsive as the business environment undergoes rapid change and customers seek increasingly customized products and services. Manufacturers must now seek new partnerships and relationships with suppliers, customers and, frequently, rivals. As businesses become more agile, their supporting systems, tools and structures must also evolve. This applies particularly to quality.

Published
1999

6. Advantage through agility

Author

Christian, Peter H., Govande, Vinay, Staehle, Walt, and Zimmers, Emory W. Jr.

Subjects
Competition (Economics) -- Analysis, Flexible manufacturing systems -- Analysis, International economic relations -- Influence, Business, Engineering and manufacturing industries
Abstract

The rate of change in the global marketplace continues to accelerate exponentially. Organizations must respond promptly and properly to the shifting demands of customers, consumers, and increasingly aggressive competition. Companies [...]

Published
1999

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