Principle of manufacturing: a proposed new concept
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The 'principle of manufacturing' aims to revolutionize the present day concepts of manufacturing products through adoption of a philosophy that gives importance to life, society, and the environment. Its aspirations of preserving and improving human life and living standard, safeguarding the earth and the universe, and accomplishing world peace strongly dictate its actions regarding products to be produced and how it should be manufactured. The principle also seeks to coordinate the manufacturing sector with cultural science, such as race and religion, to effectively institute a meaningful change in the manufacturing of products.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1997
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Global manufacturing issues: the case of Siemens AG
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Germany-based Siemens AG has maintained its competitive edge through the implementation of globalization. Siemens AG has adopted a long-term strategy of purchasing and developing manufacturing plants that embrace the concept of global operations. Moreover, Siemens also uses technology transfer and management allowing the firm to maintain its status in the worldwide manufacturing markets. The firm's research and development facilities are scattered all over the world which allows the firm to respond immediately to the changing market needs and trends.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1998
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Present trends and issues in Japanese manufacturing and management
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The Japanese manufacturing industry is the acknowledged leader in management innovations. Current management trends include technological innovation, market-oriented manufacture and internationalproduction. Also considered are such well-accepted Japanese management techniques such as the just-in-time zero inventory system and the total qualitycontrol system. The proposed intelligent manufacturing system and the Japanese-style management structure are also evaluated.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1992
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