production networks
[/prəˈdʌkʃən ˈnetwɜːrks/]
nounpl: production networks
redes de produção
1. Interconnected systems of firms and suppliers engaged in the creation and distribution of goods, spanning multiple locations and countries
Global production networks have transformed manufacturing by allowing companies to source components from different continents.
As redes de produção globais transformaram a manufatura ao permitir que as empresas adquiram componentes de diferentes continentes.
2. The interconnected chain of organizations involved in designing, producing, and delivering products to consumers
The automotive industry relies on complex production networks involving thousands of suppliers.
A indústria automóvel depende de redes de produção complexas envolvendo milhares de fornecedores.
3. Systems of coordination and collaboration among different economic actors in the value chain
Efficient production networks require strong communication between manufacturers and distributors.
Redes de produção eficientes exigem comunicação forte entre fabricantes e distribuidores.
This term is primarily used in business, economics, and international trade contexts. In Brazil, it's particularly relevant given the country's role in global manufacturing networks, especially in automotive, agriculture, and textiles. The concept gained prominence after globalization increased offshoring and outsourcing practices. It reflects modern economic organization where production is geographically dispersed across multiple countries and coordinated through complex logistics and information systems.
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