In the Japanese economy, it seems that there are many large industrial firms. However, the actual work of those firms is carried out by small and medium subcontractors. Therefore, if the contractors have any problems within the market, they can pass that to their subsidiaries. Subcontracting has always been important source of competitiveness and efficiency. gThe importance of subcontractors is especially great in industries where diverse parts, processing and a high level of technology are required, such as in the general machinery, electrical machinery, motor vehicle and precision machinery industriesh.(Okimoto & Rohlen, P84)
Subcontracting (in Japanese is Shitauke) can not be specified exactly, as it is not clearly defined. However, this word is often used in Japan. Subcontracting can be defined and existed when a company (which is called as a contractor) makes an order with another company (which is called as a subcontractor) for the production of components, parts,......
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