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The future of manufacturing industry in Europe

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  • Risto Kuivanen

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Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to examine the challenges facing European manufacturing industry in an age of increasing global competitiveness and to explore models for survival. Design/methodology/approach - The paper reflects on trends in global manufacturing and examines the issues faced by European manufacturers. Findings - Manufacturing still has an important role to play in ensuring community welfare; and there are ways in which European manufacturing industry can establish a secure future. Practical implications - The paper suggests ways in which industry, supported by government, might change to become more competitive in an era of global competition. Originality/value - The paper presents a useful exploration of the issues and challenges facing modern manufacturing organisations in Europe.

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  • Risto Kuivanen, 2008. "The future of manufacturing industry in Europe," International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 57(6), pages 488-493, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:eme:ijppmp:v:57:y:2008:i:6:p:488-493
    DOI: 10.1108/17410400810893428
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