Total manufacturing information system: a conceptual model of a strategic tool for competitive advantage

Abstract

Recent advances in manufacturing and information technologies present promising strategic alternatives for designing a new manufacturing information system. Total manufacturing information system is an integrated system of manufacturing technologies and business strategy into an information system. It is a strategic tool for achieving competitive advantage, which enables firms to respond quickly to market changes, achieve flexibility of products and processes, and manage the complexity of today’s manufacturing environment.

Citation

Lee, C.Y. (2003), "Total manufacturing information system: a conceptual model of a strategic tool for competitive advantage", Integrated Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 14 No. 2, pp. 114-122. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576060310459410