THE GEOGRAPHY OF TRANSPORT SYSTEMS
| Characteristics | Fordism | Post-Fordism |
| Organization | Pyramidal | Networked |
| Focus | Supply | Demand |
| Style | Structured | Flexible |
| Reach | Regional / National | Global |
| Resources | Physical Assets | Information / Knowledge / Network |
| Production Mode | Mass Production | Mass Customization |
| Production Structure | Self-Sufficiency | Alliances |
| Inventories | Months | Hours |
| Production Cycle Time | Weeks / Months | Days |
| Information | Weekly | Real-Time |
| Product Life Cycle | Years | Month |
| Quality | Affordable Best | Zero-Defect |
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