FACTORY IMPROVEMENTS
Overview
In-plant failures from manual errors in assembly and test contribute to excessive rework repair costs. The use of semiautomatic equipment in electronics manufacturing and the use of state-of-the-art equipment can provide, at a minimum, worker aids that will prevent many common workmanship errors.

TRAPS
Factory improvements to increase production rate are not justified

Only the assembly line is impacted by factory improvements

Existing factory facilities are considered adequate

Production requirements can be met by a highly skilled work force

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