How to understand manual workshop production, mass production, mass customization and social participation?

It is an evolutionary process from manual workshop production to mass production, mass customization, and then to social participation, which represents the changes of production methods and market demand in different stages.

1, manual workshop production: it is an early traditional manufacturing method, which mainly relies on manpower for manual labor. Each product is completed by skilled craftsmen alone, with low efficiency and relatively high cost. This model is suitable for small batch or low personalized demand.

2. Mass production: With the development of mechanical technology and automation equipment, large-scale mechanical workshops and assembly line production appeared in the19th century. Through standardized parts and specialized operation, the advantages of high efficiency, low cost and consistent quality are realized. It is suitable for situations where the market demand is large, but the demand for personalized customization is not strong.

3. Mass customization: With consumers paying more and more attention to personalized experience and hoping to obtain products that better meet their special needs, large enterprises have begun to explore how to meet customer customization needs while maintaining high efficiency. Mass customization production can realize the production of personalized products in a short time by introducing flexible supply chain management system and advanced technology (such as 3D printing). It is suitable for the situation that the market has a certain scale of personalized demand but still needs high efficiency and low cost.

4. Social participation: With the development of digital technology, Internet and social media, consumers increasingly want to participate in the process of product design and creation. Social participatory production emphasizes customer participation, integrates customers' opinions and ideas into product development, and provides customers with a platform for customization, enjoyment and collaboration. This way makes consumers more satisfied and enhances brand loyalty.