Michael A. Cusumano 
Small-Lot Production [PDF ebook] 
Key to High Productivity and Quality in Japanese Auto Manufacturing

Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. Studying the historical evolution of the two leading Japanese automakers, Nissan and Toyota, as well as some relevant numbers, suggests that the explanations outlined above need some.