Group technology, cells and flow-lines
The similarities between the Group Technology (GT) Cell system and flow-line production are explored, with particular reference to the nature of the production systems, and worker organization. Several factors are identified which not only distinguish flow-line and GT cell design, but also give rise to the relative inefficiency of GT cell systems. The nature of the work-group provided in a GT cell is contrasted with functional work-groups of the type advocated for flow-line working, the benefits of the latter being found to be available in, but not necessarily provided by, the cell system.
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1974
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Authors: | Wild, Ray |
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Omega. - Elsevier, ISSN 0305-0483. - Vol. 2.1974, 2, p. 269-274
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Elsevier |
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