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An automotive perspective on mass customization
Bob Hawkins, Ford Motor Company, UK
This presentation looks at the Ford Motor Company's approach to developing increased focus on customer requirements through its 'build-to-order' system.
27 February 2003 Manufacturing channel
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Mass customization systems strive to produce customized products and services on a mass scale with the same levels of responsiveness, quality, efficiency and costs achieved in mass production environments. There are many potential gains for businesses that can mass customize successfully - increased retention of individual customers, the ability to satisfy niche markets, potential for premium pricing and strong competitive advantage. A number of well-known companies have successfully put Mass Customization principles into practice. However, developing Mass Customization solutions is challenging.
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Bob Hawkins is with the Order Fulfilment Group, Ford Motor Company, UK
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