Development strategy for industry mapped out
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The British manufacturing industry requires more efficient business methods, better use of advanced technologies and an efficient infrastructure if it is to emerge as a competitor at the global level. The factors which may help are integrated design process with product life-cycle help, international competitive benchmarking for industry and its science base, recognition of environmental needs, advanced sensors and controls, the use of modelling, simulation and visualization technique, better teamwork, improving networks between firms and the finance for long term investment.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1995
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A singular man
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Dyson Appliances Ltd. has been described as the fastest growing manufacturing company in the UK. Much of the company's success can be credited to its founder, James Dyson, who is considered a local hero for his role in energizing employment in the area. The Dyson upright vacuum cleaner is currently UK's top seller with its unique looks and features. Success did not come easy to Dyson as he had to overcome difficulties, from his frustrations with the licensing operations in US and Japan, to his 5-year legal battle with a US manufacturer over his vacuum cleaner design patent.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1995
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Long haul at the sharp end
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Most major UK manufacturers have cultivated a relationship with a single design firm despite the expectation that design consultancy services will be chosen based on each product. One example of this trend is the relationship between Prestige and Grey Matter that has grown significantly until Grey Matter is involved in the marketing as well as the design of Prestige products.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1995
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