Lean at NUMMI September 1, 2005 To remain competitive in the fiercely contested North American automotive industry, the New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. (NUMMI, Fremont, CA) assembly plant, a joint venture between Toyota Motor Corp. (Aichi Prefecture, Japan) and General Motors Corp. (Detroit), has rededicated its efforts in lean manufacturing during the past few years by applying key tenets of the Toyota Production System (TPS).
Creating New Value at Toyota February 25, 2016 I traveled to Toyota headquarters in Japan with Jeff Liker for a research project. We wanted to learn more about the engineering and collaboration that created the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA), the strategy and innovation behind hydrogen vehicles, and how they had adapted and improved their development system to meet the increasing demands of the ultra-competitive global auto industry.
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Regional Manufacturing Is More Than a Defensive Strategy December 8, 2023 Regionalization is becoming a powerful strategy to overcome risks to business continuity arising from tariffs, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and other challenges. But using it purely as a defensive de-risking maneuver misses the overall narrative.
Manufacturing Contraction Deepens November 1, 2023 The manufacturing sector's economic contraction continues for the 12th consecutive month, revealing persistent labor shortages and challenges, with some industries experiencing growth while others face contraction.
Rootstock Software Appoints Robert Rostamizadeh as Chief Technology Officer October 31, 2023 Software engineering leader Joins Manufacturing Cloud ERP company to lead technology initiatives
Different Perspectives Move Manufacturing Forward October 27, 2023 Divergent thinking and inclusive cultures drive better business outcomes
Making an Impact October 5, 2023 SME's mission encompasses enhancing manufacturing competitiveness, workforce development, and national security, showcased in the Annual Report and highlighted in the October Manufacturing Engineering issue, while they also participate in Manufacturing Day with engaging programs.
Services Sector Sustains Growth in September, Positive Outlook Amid Challenges October 4, 2023 Economic activity in the services sector continues its upward trajectory, marking the ninth straight month of expansion. Despite a slight dip, the Services PMI reflects sustained growth, with key indices signaling positive trends.
