The first practical guide to a revolutionary new approach that top manufacturing firms, world-wide, are using to win the war for market share. One of the biggest evolutionary leaps in manufacturing since the assembly line, agile manufacturing provides an alternative to the age-old "one-size-fits-all" manufacturing model. This breakthrough book clearly explains the agile manufacturing concept and offers methods for implementation. It demonstrates how to create a leaner, more agile organization that can respond quickly to the changing needs of customers.