Summary:
The book provides a forward-looking analysis of the future of manufacturing, exploring the impact of emerging technologies and automation on production processes and factory management as envisioned at the time of writing. It discusses the integration of systems and the role of human workers in an increasingly technologically advanced manufacturing landscape projected for the year 2000.
Key points:
1. IT Integration: The book predicted seamless integration of IT in manufacturing by 2000 for better efficiency and control.
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