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chnology
around the world
Operating excellence also means apply-
ing information technology in all areas
of our business. We were one of the
first suppliers to participate in the
Automotive Network Exchange, an
extranet instituted by the automotive
industry to provide a semi-public net-
work for the OEMs and their suppliers
to communicate product specifications,
receive quotes and place orders.
Customers around the world are recog-
nizing Textron Automotive as a company
that stands for technology, innovation,
craftsmanship and quality. In 1999, we
received 17 awards from the industry and
major OEMs including DaimlerChrysler,
Volkswagen, Ford, Audi and others – a
testimony to the value our customers
place on their partnership with Textron.
McCord Winn’s RITec technology integrates washer fluid and radiator overflow reservoirs
into the fan shroud, saving valuable space under the hood and lowering the cost for OEMs.
◗Achieve margin and ROIC improvement through cost
reduction initiatives including:
- Global Purchasing
- Product Design and Standardization
- Lean Manufacturing
- Shared Services
◗Improve product quality measured by defects per million
and cost of quality through Advanced Product Quality
Planning and Mistake Proofing our processes.
◗Leverage E-business opportunities in areas including
procurement, customer interface and logistics to drive
improved efficiencies and enhance our competitive
position for growth.
Textron Quality Management
Initiatives – Textron Automotive
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