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In this chapter we introduce a conceptual framework for a new form of production system, which is unique from many perspectives. The proposed framework, which we refer to as Dispersed Network Manufacturing (DNM), is based on the creation of a network of plants that are electronically linked so that the participating members focus on their specialized tasks, yet also share their manufacturing and production resources to create a loosely structured and flexible enterprise.
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Noori, H., Lee, W. (2009). Dispersed Network Manufacturing: An Emerging Form of Collaboration Networks. In: Dekkers, R. (eds) Dispersed Manufacturing Networks. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84882-468-3_3
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