Critical success factors for the make-to-order enterprise

Manufacturing dynamics have changed considerably over the years. Today a vast majority of manufacturers operate on a make-to-order paradigm, where the goal is to produce customised products with the same timelines and profitability metrics traditionally associated with standard high-volume manufacturers.

Article includes:

• Key characteristics of the make-to-order, build-to-order production environment
• Eyes on the floor and future
• Integration - shop floor to the top floor and beyond
• IT systems that fit the task at hand
• Communication is king