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Interpretation: There needs to be discussion on computerized layout technique - CRAFT.
Concept Introduction: The computerized layout techniques is used to create a visualization of the material flow considering the given qualitative factors.
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Interpretation: There needs to be discussion on computerized layout technique - COFAD
Concept Introduction: The computerized layout techniques is used to create a visualization of the material flow considering the given qualitative factors.
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Interpretation: There needs to be discussion on computerized layout technique − PLANET.
Concept Introduction: The computerized layout techniques is used to create a visualization of the material flow considering the given qualitative factors.
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Interpretation: There needs to be discussion on computerized layout technique − CORELAP.
Concept Introduction: The computerized layout techniques is used to create a visualization of the material flow considering the given qualitative factors.
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Interpretation: There needs to be discussion on computerized layout technique − ALDEP.
Concept Introduction: The computerized layout techniques is used to create a visualization of the material flow considering the given qualitative factors.
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