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This activity develops new manufacturing methods and technologies needed to produce the desired products in the most efficient and effective way. This activity includes identifying stock materials, components to be used, and sequence of the major processes to be performed. If a particular manufacturing method and technology are totally new, it is necessary to develop them. Consequently, specifications for the necessary tooling need to be identified along with instructions for use and maintenance information. Lastly, a new method or technology may require restructuring of information to be used for production use. This activity applies only to the case where a new manufacturing process is required. It is also important for continuous improvement of the factory.