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Follow on Google News | "Faster, Better, Cheaper" in the History of ManufacturingNew book summarizing the history of manufacturing from the Stone Age to Lean Manufacturing and beyond. Lots of insights into humanity and lessons learned.
By: AllAboutLean.com "Faster, Better, Cheaper" in the History of Manufacturing follows this development throughout the ages. This book covers not only the technical aspects (mechanization, power sources, new materials, interchangeable parts, electricity, automation), but organizational innovations (division of labor, Fordism, Talyorism, Lean). Most of all, it is a story of the people that invented, manufactured, and marketed the products. The book shows how different developments over time raised efficiency and allowed production of more with less effort and materials, which brought us a large part of the wealth and prosperity we enjoy today. The stories of real inventors and industrialists are told, which includes not only their successes but also their problems and failures. The effect of good or bad management on manufacturing is a recurring theme in many chapters, as is the fight for intellectual property through thrilling tales of espionage. This is a story of successes and failures. It is not only about technology but also about social aspects. Ultimately, it is not a book about machines but about people! Roser, Christoph, 2016. "Faster, Better, Cheaper" in the History of Manufacturing: https://www.amazon.com/ End
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