The Andon system in smart factories originated from the automotive manufacturing industry and is a production management methodology. The principle of "establishing a real-time stop mechanism to resolve issues" is the concept that drove the creation of the Andon system. The Andon system serves as both an alert mechanism and an information transmission tool, making it an effective means to ensure production quality and enhance efficiency in factories.

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