"This is a book of extremely wide scope, which leverages a wealth of concrete experience to address the confluence of issues ranging from operational and materials science to marketing to environmental and socioeconomic concerns. It’s a concise, easy read that people in all aspects of manufacturing should find illuminating and instructive."
--Wallace Hopp, Coauthor of Factory Physics and Herrick Professor of Manufacturing, University of Michigan"
“Make or Break” goes beyond Lean and footprint optimization. This is the book to read before starting to reinvent your next-generation manufacturing.”
--Thierry Chiche, VP Manufacturing, Michelin Europe
“This book lays down a challenge for manufacturers: rethink your approach, make manufacturing a priority, or settle into mediocrity at best. Even in a business with significant retail emphasis, the subject is just as important. Companies who want to win in the next industrial era will do well to read this book and thoughtfully consider how this message applies to them.”
--Jack Dennis, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer, Luxottica Retail Group
“Make or Break is a timely and insightful look into global manufacturing that highlights issues and trends that every manufacturer must recognize and address if they are to drive innovation and harness the potential of rapidly developing global markets.”
--Keith Harrison, Global Product Supply Officer, Procter & Gamble