S2 Ep. 5: Decoding Manufacturing Modes: A Comprehensive Guide

In this episode of the Integrate Intelligently podcast, hosts Jeff and Scott Brickler discuss the different manufacturing modes or strategies companies use to produce their products. They explore the spectrum from make-to-stock to engineer-to-order, explaining how each approach works, their advantages, and typical applications. Scott shares insights from his manufacturing experience, highlighting how the right manufacturing mode depends on a company's products, market demands, and optimization goals.

Highlights

• Manufacturing modes exist on a spectrum from mass production to highly customized products
• Most companies use a mix of manufacturing modes rather than strictly following one approach
• Technology and data have allowed make-to-stock companies to become more responsive to demand
• Configu ...