1 min read • Industrial goods & services, Consumer goods & retail
Manufacturing Network Concentration
Now Could Be the Time to Act

Manufacturing networks drive unnecessary costs, capital and obstruct service if not aligned with products, sales and production technology. Historic events and organisational heritage often lead to manufacturing networks that are not optimal from these perspectives. Although companies are often aware of the problems, many are hesitant to start restructuring activities in a good business climate. Arthur D. Little argues that now is a good time to review and restructure manufacturing networks.

1 min read • Industrial goods & services, Consumer goods & retail
Manufacturing Network Concentration
Now Could Be the Time to Act

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Manufacturing networks drive unnecessary costs, capital and obstruct service if not aligned with products, sales and production technology. Historic events and organisational heritage often lead to manufacturing networks that are not optimal from these perspectives. Although companies are often aware of the problems, many are hesitant to start restructuring activities in a good business climate. Arthur D. Little argues that now is a good time to review and restructure manufacturing networks.