Summary:
The book presents the principles and applications of Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM), a companywide strategy focused on reducing lead times across all operations to improve competitiveness and performance. It provides practical guidelines for implementing QRM, including case studies and strategies for management, production floor, and supply chain processes.
Key points:
1. Time-Based Competition: Companies gain an edge by speeding up production and reacting swiftly to customers, leading to faster delivery and lower costs, challenging old-school focus on scale and efficiency.
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