The Challenge of Building Cars to Order – Can Current Automotive Supply Systems Cope?
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This article is based on initial findings of the research of the 3DayCar Programme, a three year joint initiative involving Cardiff Business School, The University of Bath and the International Car Distribution Programme (ICDP), and sponsored by a consortium of car manufacturers, suppliers, logistics companies, IT service providers and the UK government. The aim of 3DayCar Programme is to develop a framework in which a vehicle could be built and delivered to customer specifications in minimal lead times – with three days order-to-delivery time as the ultimate goal.
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