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R>Buehlmann, 2003).Azouzi et al. (2007a) proposed a typology framework that integrates the AMTs with
the different customization strategies of furniture. At the heart of this typologyframework, the agility Reference model reflects the capabilities needed by every processinvolved in the mass customization of furniture, and identifies the key properties that
should characterize the technologies used to develop each capability. In this paper,therefore, we extend the work of Azouzi et al. (2007a) by exploring the appropriatenessof their typology framework. We carried out exploratory research work, based on a
case study methodology, by analyzing the context in terms of competitive prioritiesand customization strategies and investigating the agility attributes of thetechnologies/processes in use in two furniture enterprises in Que´bec, Canada.
The remainder of the paper is structured as follows: section 2 provides abackground on manufacturing typologies and introduces the typology framework andthe agility referenced model proposed by Azouzi et al. (2007a, b). Section 3 presents theresearch methodology used. Section 4 discusses the main results and providesexplanations of the deviations from the ideal types set by the typology. Conclusionsand directions for future research follow.
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