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The study aimed to present a model for the analysis of internal conditions and key factors for the competitiveness of a foundry, taking into account the principles of the Toyota quality system and development variables. The model was based on a modification of the BOST method and its practical implications were tested. The analysis of the results provided knowledge for effective resource management and maintaining market position. The model indicated key areas of development: technology (automation, quality) and brand recognition (relationships with customers). The results of the analysis can support the construction of a development strategy that increases efficiency and reduces costs. Further research will focus on extending the model with a detailed analysis of additional competitiveness factors in the foundry industry.
Keywords: mechanical engineering, foundry industry, process improvement, metallurgy© This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.