These items must be identical or may be very similar and cannot be customized for an individual customer. This type of system is ideal for limited production runs or for companies looking to produce a low quantity of goods. • Continuous Manufacturing System – Continuous manufacturing systems are used for mass production of products. In this system, product moves from one station to another along an assembly line, with different workers performing various construction tasks along the way. This type of system encourages companies to achieve high manufacturing (production) targets and results in a lower unit cost. To create an assembly line, a large amount of equipment is required as well as a high-level workforce to manage the system, which is often associated with significant capital.