... certain larger companies which have the capability to develop more sophisticated information and computer systems do not; instead, they chose to rely on more flexible systems which allow for learning and adaptation. Over the last few years, there has been a growth in our understanding of manufacturing...

... will not join the portfolio of “possibles” until three issues are resolved. These are: innovation “poles” to disseminate EDI knowhow; cost and performance improvements to the technology; and management learning,based (in this case) on learning developed from handling EPoS. Also considers the decision‐making...