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Americans face a changing idea of knowhow in a lean era
A midcentury interview reflects that American managers once led in knowhow but now face critique from Japan and Europe. The piece argues the 1970s saw wasteful practices, big government, and short term profits. It notes growing calls for spending cuts, productivity focus, and renewed belief in collaboration of workers and industry.
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New York
J. Peter Grace
U.S
Japan
Europe