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A participatory systems design methodology for changeable manufacturing systems

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  • Ann-Louise Andersen
  • Hoda ElMaraghy
  • Waguih ElMaraghy
  • Thomas D. Brunoe
  • Kjeld Nielsen

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The ability to adapt to changes in products, processes and technologies is a key competitive factor. Changeable manufacturing paradigms have emerged to address this need, but the industrial implementation remains challenging. In this paper, a participatory design methodology for changeable manufacturing systems is proposed, including requirements specification, selection of appropriate manufacturing paradigm and suitable physical and logical enablers. The methodology supports companies in determining the potential for and mechanisms of transitioning towards changeable manufacturing systems, based on knowledge of products, production, technologies and facilities. The developed methodology is applicable to both new and existing manufacturing systems. It is demonstrated in two industrial cases which highlight its applicability and differences in the appropriate recommended manufacturing systems transition towards changeability as a result of differences in manufacturing characteristics, change requirements and enablers.

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  • Ann-Louise Andersen & Hoda ElMaraghy & Waguih ElMaraghy & Thomas D. Brunoe & Kjeld Nielsen, 2018. "A participatory systems design methodology for changeable manufacturing systems," International Journal of Production Research, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 56(8), pages 2769-2787, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:tprsxx:v:56:y:2018:i:8:p:2769-2787
    DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2017.1394594
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