Model E is a new type of car manufacturer that relies on the Internet ordering. "Think of Model E as the Dell of the auto industry. We design just a few products that consumers truly want, leveraging best-in-class components and micro-factory approaches for rapid design, launch, and direct delivery," said William Santana Li, president and CEO of Model E. Model E manufactures each car when a customer chooses from a limited number of options and orders. Model E relies on
A) order customization.
B) a one product one market segment strategy.
C) build-to-order.
D) specialty customization.
E) mass customization.

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Model E relies on build-to-order strategy where each car is manufactured when a customer chooses from a limited number of options and orders. This approach enables Model E to avoid excess inventory and reduce costs associated with manufacturing, storage, and delivery of unsold vehicles.

Model E Is a New Type of Car Manufacturer That