Have factory, will travel
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Factories can be hired, and this is becoming increasingly common. Electronics contract manufacturing looks set to grow faster than the industry as a whole. Contract manufacturers can design products as well as organizing repair and distribution. The development of quality norms, standardized communications and digital design helped companies to split production from innovation. Products can often reach markets more rapidly by this method. Companies can strat up without the need for plants, by using contract manufacturers.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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It's wise to deindustrialise
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The prospect of deindustrialization of manufacturing can seem fearful to some nations involved in the process because of the potential harmful economic reactions. The process is necessary for long-term prosperity, as it denotes economic success. Several examples are provided.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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Any old iron
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UK companies are going bankrupt at the rate of 1,280 per week and many are turning to auctions for cash liquidation. Other firms, especially in manufacturing, are buying more from auctions because they cannot afford new equipment.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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