Stellantis Joins World Class Manufacturing Association to Strengthen Its Industry
Stellantis has joined the World Class Manufacturing Association (WCMA), an international organization dedicated to promoting best manufacturing practices. This membership, approved by the association's board of directors, reinforces the automaker's commitment to industrial excellence on a global scale.
Alignment with Lean Principles
Stellantis' membership in the WCMA is a continuation of its strategy focused on performance, quality, and efficiency across its global manufacturing footprint. The association promotes World Class Manufacturing, an integrated management system designed to enhance performance by eliminating waste, improving quality, and increasing efficiency. These principles are fully aligned with Stellantis' industrial approach and lean production culture. Francesco Ciancia, head of manufacturing at Stellantis, stated that this membership strengthens the group's commitment to industrial excellence, supports global benchmarking, further embeds lean production principles in the factories, enhances rigor, and accelerates performance through collaboration with key players in the ecosystem.
Participation in Collaborative Working Groups
Through its participation in the WCMA, Stellantis will engage in collaborative working groups and strategic initiatives. This involvement will allow the automaker to contribute to the development of new capabilities, share its expertise, and support continuous improvement within the manufacturing ecosystem.
