Make or Break

[back cover]Praise forMake or Break"This is a book of extremely wide scope which leverages a wealth of concrete experience to address the confluence of issues ranging from operational and materials science to marketing to environmental and socioeconomic concerns. It's a concise, easy read that people in all aspects of manufacturing should find illuminating and instructive."-Wallace Hopp, coauthor ofFactory Physicsand Herrick Professor of Manufacturing, University of Michigan"Make or Breakgoes beyond Lean and footprint optimization. This is the book to read before starting to reinvent your next-generation manufacturing."-Thierry Chiche, VP Manufacturing, Michelin Europe"This book lays down a challenge for manufacturers: Rethink your approach, make manufacturing a priority, or settle into mediocrity at best. Even in a business with significant retail emphasis, the subject is just as important. Companies who want to win in the next industrial era will do well to read this book and thoughtfully consider how this message applies to them."-Jack Dennis, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer, Luxottica Group"Make or Breakis a timely and insightful look into global manufacturing that highlights issues and trends that every manufacturer must recognize and address if they are to drive innovation and harness the potential of rapidly developing global markets."--Keith Harrison, Global Product Supply Officer, Procter & Gamble [french flaps]Break the manufacturing mold-and make new paths to phenomenal growthIn a world of emerging markets, changing work forces, and accelerating innovation, manufacturing is once again a key corporate issue. Manufacturing expertise is a strategic competitive advantage, distinguishing winning companies (like Procter & Gamble, Lego, Toyota, Zara, and Tata) from those that have let their capabilities languish. It may not be easy to take back control of production, target sources for scarce (and environmentally sustainable) materials they need, and cultivate a motivated, talented labor force. But there are ways to do it; and successful companies will need to learn how.The thought leaders at Booz Allen Hamilton andstrategy+businessmagazine have collaborated to create an up-to-the-minute exploration of a new era in manufacturing and the requisite strategies for success. Chock full of profiles of the best manufacturing innovations in every business sector from pharmaceuticals to autos to consumer products, and revealing the most effective manufacturing innovations and strategies,Make or Breakintroduces you to the forces reshaping the industry. The secrets are in this book, including how to meet such interrelated challenges as:Labor relationships and modernization * Material shortages * Career development of your workforce * Expanding variety * Competing on a global scale * Cut through complexity * Meet environmental challenges * Integrate resilience into your strategyBased on leading-edge research,Make or Breakis a book for leaders of the manufacturing function, but it is also for any corporate executive who wants to lead his or her industry - and for students and researchers seeking to understand why making products will, once again, be seen as the most vital skill set for a vibrant economy.Grichnik, Kaj is the author of 'Make or Break' with ISBN 9780071508308 and ISBN 0071508309.