The revision of the 2nd edition includes investment calculation methods, site planning in the production network, energy-efficient factory planning, methods of production structure planning, support for project management with hand-held systems, and methods management. New planning examples, such as the establishment of a nearby assembly supermarket or a production logistics concept, enhance the practical relevance. Planners and decision-makers receive a guide for new, expansion, or rationalization planning. The holistic approach encompasses the entire planning depth, from strategy and structure to system planning, execution planning, and commissioning. It also covers the entire planning breadth across all functional systems and trades, such as manufacturing and assembly, storage and internal transport, organization, and buildings.