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Japanese manufacturing techniques are working

Graham Immerman Lean Manufacturing / January 15, 2018

The entire world is trying to improve their efficiency in manufacturing, and Japanese manufacturing is finding success.

"Recall that it was Japanese managers who rewrote the rules of mass production by inventing 'lean manufacturing.' As Deloitte points out, its government and companies continue to invest heavily in manufacturing innovation, automation and job training."

A focus on upgrading education for workers can go a long way when trying to boost manufacturing. MachineMetrics can help you improve your efficiency and implement lean manufacturing techniques!

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