Technology and Capital in the Age of Lean Production: A Marxian Critique of the "new Economy"

The book defends Marxism as a vital analytical tool for understanding modern capitalism, particularly in light of the rise of lean production. This new model, focused on knowledge work and mass customization, claims to foster unity among companies, workers, and consumers. However, the author argues that these claims overlook fundamental issues inherent in capitalism. By challenging the notion that Marxian analysis is obsolete, the book reasserts the relevance of Marxian political economy in critiquing contemporary economic practices.