How Nikon Precision Manages Quality Detection for Service Parts | SupplyChainBrain

How Nikon Precision Manages Quality Detection for Service Parts

Sean McNamara, Vice President, Operations, Nikon Precision, Inc.

August 5, 2009

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Sean McNamara, vice president-operations for Nikon Precision, discusses how to apply quality-detection techniques to broad product lines, and a diverse array of critical parts. [Run Time (Min): 9:43]

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