Better cars for less: Automation is only one of several roads to auto plants with improved quality and production efficiency
Paul Wallich
Abstract
Paul Wallich
Abstract
Attempts by US automobile manufactures to improve quality and production efficiency are examined. The contribution of automation to this effort is assessed. Other measures that must accompany automation if it is to be fully effective are addressed.
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Attempts by US automobile manufactures to improve quality and production efficiency are examined. The contribution of automation to this effort is assessed. Other measures that must accompany automation if it is to be fully effective are addressed.
Key concepts: Automation, Quality (philosophy), Production (economics), Manufacturing engineering, Engineering, Automotive industry, Production efficiency, Computer science