Manufacturing classification: Lessons from organizational systematics and biological taxonomy
Abstract
Provides a fresh and novel approach to an established problem; the classification of manufacturing systems. Reviews existing manufacturing classifications and biological taxonomy. Proposes a consistent vocabulary and preliminary guidelines for the successful development of other classifications (FMS types, levels of technology, etc.). Aims to aid the construction of competent classifications that will advance the understanding of manufacturing system modelling and design. Supports proposals by novel comparisons drawn from the “science of diversity”, systematics, and the 200 years of experience that biological taxonomy has to offer.
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Citation
McCarthy, I. (1995), "Manufacturing classification: Lessons from organizational systematics and biological taxonomy", Integrated Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 6 No. 6, pp. 37-48. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576069510099365
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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