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Tuotantomuodot describe how goods and services are produced, encompassing both broad economic systems and specific manufacturing processes. In political economy, tuotantomuodot refer to the social relations and organizational structures that determine the creation of surplus, typically described as modes of production such as slave, feudal, capitalist, and socialist configurations. Each mode combines productive forces (labor, land, technology) with relations of production (ownership, class structure) and tends to influence the distribution of goods.

In manufacturing and operations management, known production forms include: job production, where a single product is made to order; batch production, where groups of identical items are produced together; flow or mass production, using assembly lines to produce large quantities of standardized products; and continuous production, in which operations run non-stop to produce materials like chemicals or steel. Some organisations employ cellular or modular production to increase flexibility, reduce changeover times, and improve quality.

The choice of production form depends on product characteristics, demand, capital costs, and flexibility needs. Modern practices emphasize lean principles, automation, and digitalization to reduce waste and improve responsiveness. In addition to efficiency, contemporary discussions address sustainability and the social implications of production structures, including labor conditions and environmental impact.