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Competitive modern manufacturing businesses must operate total materials flow control systems to ensure low stock levels and short lead times. When a variety of products is produced, to achieve just-in-time operation relevant to the overall business time-constants, composite control systems are needed within the factory, supported by matching supply processes and levelled output scheduling.
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