Manufacturing segmentation
The manufacturing segmentation divides the manufacturing process into several autonomous functional groups, which are referred to as segments or manufacturing production islands.
These work autonomously and comprise several stages in the manufacturing process of a product.
The production segmentation is interdisciplinary in and to the cost and productivity benefits of continuous production with the high flexibility of the workshops manufacturing combine.
Definition according to Wildemann 1989, p. 32: “Production segments are product-oriented organizational units of production that encompass several stages of the logistical chain of a product and with which a specific competitive strategy is pursued. In addition, production segments are also characterized by the integration of planning and indirect functions (maintenance, staff catering, etc.) and are usually organized as cost centers. "
literature
- Wildemann, Horst : The modular factory . 2nd edition GFMT, Munich 1989.