Paving the way for changeable and reconfigurable production : Fundamental principles, development method & examples

This book is for professionals working with the development of production systems. It provides guidance on how to design production systems capable of meeting uncertain market requirements in the future, whether these are fluctuations in demand volume, requirements for product variants, or introduction of completely new product families. An introduction to the fundamental principles of changeable, reconfigurable, modular, and platform-based production systems. A research-based method for developing reconfigurable production systems. Practical tools for analyzing existing capabilities, developing new concepts, and evaluating these. Examples from Danish and Swedish production companies of various sizes and industries.