Yes very much. Without interchangeable parts most things would have to be made from scratch. Interchangeable parts allows for a part to be replaced without having to rebuild the entire item. Imagine cars without interchangeable parts.
Theconstruction workers needed interchangeable parts for their model building.
Most parts are interchangeable
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By doing so he was able to reduce the total cost of production. It costs a bunch to cast and build new parts every year. Auto manufacturers today still follow this practice when possible. It is not unusual for a part to be used for several years on a particular model.
Many parts are interchangeable between a 1992 and 1995 Honda Civic, but always consult a qualified automotive mechanic before trying to use these parts.
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Henry Ford is one.
division of labor
Made production faster and cheaper
division of labor