 Magna Steyr's paint shop has always had to be highly flexible in order to be able to integrate new models from different customers quickly into its production process without the need for major interventions. For example, it has already painted the Mini Countryman and Paceman, the Peugeot RCZ, the Aston Martin Rapide and two models from another premium manufacturer in parallel. However, the current product range is presenting the paint shop with new challenges. The following varying requirements have to be accommodated in the multiple manufacturer facility: Fluctuating production volumes which have an impact on the seasonal and daily throughputs Varying product ranges, including starting up and discontinuing  derivatives at short notice  Different body shapes with holder concepts specific to each manufacturer Differing quality requirements and material strategiesA variety of substrates Colour palettes specific to each  manufacturer