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How the Assembly Line Remade American Manufacturing
In this episode of The Productivity Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how the assembly line—pioneered by Ransom Olds and perfected by Henry Ford—transformed American manufacturing and set the template for modern mass production. They trace the evolution from stationary chassis assembly to the moving line at Highland Park, which slashed Model T assembly time from over twelve hours to just ninety-three minutes. The hosts discuss how this innovation rippled through the economy, boosting wages, consumer demand, and ultimately reshaping the middle class. They also consider the limits of the assembly…
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