The «active production» model as a result of the symbiosis of modern production paradigms

The onset of the Fourth industrial revolution provokes a number of changes, especially in the economic sphere. Operational management models are being transformed into digital ones. A modern production system should focus not only on reaction speed and flexibility, but also on the cost and quality of products. The purpose of this research is to offer an effective production model based on the integration of modern production concepts. The active production model is the result of a symbiosis of several production paradigms: agile manufacturing, quick response manufacturing, and lean production. Each of the concepts is described in a comparative context, clearly demonstrating its advantages and disadvantages. The proposed model is more preferable in comparison with each modern production model separately. The active production model can become an effective weapon for industrial enterprises that strive to be competitive in the face of global changes.