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Discrete and process manufacturing: What’s the difference?

The concept of “discrete manufacturing” refers to the production of separate units, or the countable production of items which can be identified by their serial number. For example, medical supplies and equipment, electronic and computer products, and furniture. Each unit is considered to be a distinct item as opposed to something that’s measured by volume and/or weight. In contrast, “process manufacturing” refers to goods produced in bulk, which are associated with manufacturing recipes and formulas. Examples include coal, chemicals, petroleum and textiles. The components and ingredients With process manufacturing, variable ingredients are involved and the end result is a mix…