Manufacturing transforms raw materials into finished goods using tools and labor. Handmade products dominated before Industrial Revolution. Ford popularized mass production techniques in early 20th century
New VDA 6.3 volume published in January 2023. Upgrade training available until December 2024 as live or web-based courses. Standard four-day training course required for initial qualification. Automotive Core Tools training mandatory for process auditors
Samsung has studios worldwide, including Delhi, Europe, Japan, and Latin America. Samsung Design China started in Shanghai in 2004, focusing on smartphones and home appliances. Delhi studio designs locally inspired applications and phones like Galaxy M series. Seoul Design office serves as central hub for all Samsung product development. European Design studio researches trends and developed Galaxy Fold Series
BMW Group is world's leading premium provider of cars, motorcycles and mobility services. Operates four brands: BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad. Employs 154,950 people worldwide as of December 2023
Nike's Swoosh represents athletics and motion since 1971. Apple's logo features a bite-in apple symbolizing innovation. Disney's logo combines handwritten script with Cinderella Castle. Puma's logo shows a leaping puma symbolizing movement
Fixtures secure workpieces and maintain part conformity in manufacturing. Improves production economy through smooth operation and quick part transitions. Reduces labor requirements by simplifying workpiece mounting. Enhances operator safety by minimizing concentration needed