Famous sci-fi author Douglas Adams once said, “human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.” This statement should be taken as a warning for those working in the manufacturing sector. If you want to maximize your chances of success then you should be prepared to learn the lessons of those who’ve come before. It’s with this approach that we present the following examples from some of the world’s leading manufacturers.