Question 1

Discuss supplier relations as they pertain to lean systems.

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Close relationships with suppliers are n...

Question 2

Stable master production schedules are not needed for lean systems.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The just-in-time production system is a total system concept that takes cultural environment,managerial practice,and support of the workforce into account.Which one of the following statements regarding the basic philosophy of JIT systems is TRUE?

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A)   Sufficient amounts of natural resources are the main element for the successful implementation of JIT systems.
B)   For managers, a high level of inventory is regarded as the main resource that they can utilize for flawless operation of the manufacturing system.
C)   The JIT system eliminates buildup of inventories by coordinating the flow of materials between processes.
D)   One of the few disadvantages of a JIT system is the large storage area requirement for inventory.

Question 4

What are the two techniques for creating lean system layouts?

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one-worker,multiple-...

Question 5

The main focus of lean systems in implementing JIT is the reduction of investment in inventory and requires ________ .

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The answer of The main focus of lean systems in...

Question 6

In the JIT facility,the next person who uses or further processes and item or information is referred to as the immediate customer.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Any deviation from the optimum process that delivers perfect product on time,every time,is ________.

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The answer of Any deviation from the optimum process that...

Question 8

Suppliers accept responsibility for helping to meet customer's needs due to ________.

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The answer of Suppliers accept responsibility for helping to meet...

Question 9

Just-in-time (JIT)systems need close relationships with suppliers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

To lower process variability,standardized components is a preferred characteristic of JIT systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following statements about using JIT systems for services is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   Reservation systems can be used to provide uniform facility loads.
B)   Unlike manufacturing, there is little need for analyzing work methods because services are typically customized.
C)   The need to develop a flexible workforce is a function of the degree of customization of the services provided.
D)   Preventive maintenance can be important for a service.

Question 12

JIT systems utilize the standardization of components because standardization

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A)   decreases the demand for each component.
B)   increases worker productivity.
C)   allows for small lot sizes more easily.
D)   decreases repeatability.

Question 13

Lowering inventory levels in a manufacturing process typically has the effect of masking production problems such as capacity imbalances,excessive scrap and unreliable suppliers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Describe the five elements of the 5S methodology relating to work place practices.

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1.Sort separate needed from unneeded ite...

Question 15

The number of kanban cards limits the amount of inventory in the manufacturing system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A JIT II system brings the supplier into the customer's plant.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which one of the following is an advantage of just-in-time (JIT) systems?

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A)   JIT systems reduce equipment needs by using larger lot sizes.
B)   JIT systems can be implemented in any production environment.
C)   JIT systems result in a decrease in safety stock and work-in-process inventory.
D)   JIT systems result in an increase in manufacturing lead times.

Question 18

A supplier to a company using JIT II

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A)   will incur increased invoicing and payment costs but will get higher prices.
B)   will be able to sell directly to the engineering department of the customer.
C)   must be very flexible to incur the dramatic swings in requirements from the customer.
D)   enjoys a savings in personnel costs because the in-plant representative is employed by the customer.

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JIT systems utilize the standardization of components because standardization

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In the JIT facility,the next person who uses or further processes and item or information is referred to as the immediate customer.

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Any deviation from the optimum process that delivers perfect product on time,every time,is ________.

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Which of the following statements about using JIT systems for services is FALSE?

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A JIT II system brings the supplier into the customer's plant.

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Lowering inventory levels in a manufacturing process typically has the effect of masking production problems such as capacity imbalances,excessive scrap and unreliable suppliers.

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A supplier to a company using JIT II

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Just-in-time (JIT)systems need close relationships with suppliers.

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Stable master production schedules are not needed for lean systems.

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The main focus of lean systems in implementing JIT is the reduction of investment in inventory and requires ________ .

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Suppliers accept responsibility for helping to meet customer's needs due to ________.

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Which one of the following is an advantage of just-in-time (JIT) systems?

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The just-in-time production system is a total system concept that takes cultural environment,managerial practice,and support of the workforce into account.Which one of the following statements regarding the basic philosophy of JIT systems is TRUE?

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Discuss supplier relations as they pertain to lean systems.

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The number of kanban cards limits the amount of inventory in the manufacturing system.

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What are the two techniques for creating lean system layouts?

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one-worker,multiple-...
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Describe the five elements of the 5S methodology relating to work place practices.

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To lower process variability,standardized components is a preferred characteristic of JIT systems.

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Any deviation from the optimum process that delivers perfect product on time,every time,is ________.

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Which of the following statements about using JIT systems for services is FALSE?

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A JIT II system brings the supplier into the customer's plant.

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Lowering inventory levels in a manufacturing process typically has the effect of masking production problems such as capacity imbalances,excessive scrap and unreliable suppliers.

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A supplier to a company using JIT II

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Just-in-time (JIT)systems need close relationships with suppliers.

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Stable master production schedules are not needed for lean systems.

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The main focus of lean systems in implementing JIT is the reduction of investment in inventory and requires ________ .

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Suppliers accept responsibility for helping to meet customer's needs due to ________.

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Which one of the following is an advantage of just-in-time (JIT) systems?

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The number of kanban cards limits the amount of inventory in the manufacturing system.

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What are the two techniques for creating lean system layouts?

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Describe the five elements of the 5S methodology relating to work place practices.

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