Factory Planning Manual: Situation-driven Produ... May 2026

: Mapping out the necessary manufacturing and assembly stages.

: Defining what will be produced (quantity, quality, and variety). Factory Planning Manual: Situation-Driven Produ...

This stage translates goals into a physical reality through five core planning stages: : Mapping out the necessary manufacturing and assembly

: Integrating technical infrastructure like energy systems and IT. and Egon Müller

: Designing the ideal flow of materials and people.

Based on the by Michael Schenk, Siegfried Wirth, and Egon Müller, this guide outlines the core methodology for designing adaptable and efficient factories. Core Philosophy: Situation-Driven Planning

: Central to the manual's design approach, focusing on efficient movement across the value-added chain.