Strategically flexible production and the extra‐firm infrastructures: how regions become attractive-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

Strategically flexible production and the extra‐firm infrastructures: how regions become attractive

Published:1997-10-01 Issue:5 Volume:8 Page:333-346
ISSN:0957-6061
Container-title:Integrated Manufacturing Systems
language:en
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Author:

Bartezzaghi Emilio,Spina Gianluca,Verganti Roberto

Abstract

Many post‐Fordist experiences seem nowadays to converge on an emerging manufacturing paradigm that the authors have named strategically flexible production (SFP). The process of diffusion and assimilation of SFP is influenced by extra‐firm factors and country‐specific conditions. Explores the role of regional infrastructures and services to support the adoption and running of manufacturing systems that are oriented to the SFP. Uses the case of Lombardy, one of the most industrialized regions in Europe, as the empirical field of investigation. Discusses ten cases studies in three industries ‐ electronic, textile and mechanical ‐ in order to identify the needs for extra‐firm infrastructures at the company level. In‐depth evidence provides insights on the demand for extra‐firm infrastructures and services induced by SFP and allows one to infer implications and guidelines for policy making. Concludes that SFP induces a selective demand for extra‐firm services and infrastructures.

Publisher

Emerald

Subject

Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering,Software

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