Question 1

Discuss process flexibility and its importance to the JIT environment.

Accepted Answer

Process flexibility is desirable so the company can react swiftly to changes in the volume and mix of their products. To achieve this, operators and machinery must be flexible, and the system must be configured to be changed over quickly from one product to another.

Question 2

Define quality at the source.

Accepted Answer

Quality at the source means doing it right the first time and, if something does go wrong, stopping the process and fixing it immediately. People become their own inspectors, personally responsible for the quality of what they produce.

Question 3

Suppliers benefit from partnering with their customers with:
A) less long- term security
B) less competitive as a JIT supplier
C) reduction in planning ability
D) more competitive as a JIT supplier

Accepted Answer

Partnering with customers can make suppliers more competitive as a Just-In-Time (JIT) supplier by improving communication, reducing lead times, and enhancing efficiency.

Question 4

A company produces a line of golf putters composed of three models. The demand for model A is 500 per month, for B is 400 and for C is 300. What would be the mixed model sequence if some of each were made each day?

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Question 5

Questions to be answered in a JIT environment include:
A) What must we get?
B) What do we have?
C) What are we going to make?
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

In a JIT (Just-In-Time) environment, all these questions are relevant as they help in managing inventory and production efficiently by ensuring materials and products are available as needed without excess.

Question 6

Production problems can include:
A) quality problems
B) machine downtime
C) both A and B
D) neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Production problems can include both quality problems and machine downtime, as both can disrupt the production process.

Question 7

The benefits to the buyer of partnering with suppliers include:
A) reduction in the need for inbound inspections
B) JIT delivers
C) the ability to supply the quality needed all the time
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Partnering with suppliers can lead to reduced need for inspections due to trust and quality assurance, enable Just-In-Time (JIT) deliveries, and ensure consistent quality supply.

Question 8

The JIT system:
A) works to reduce lead times
B) does not require a stable system
C) does not require time fences
D) are not based on lead times

Accepted Answer

The JIT (Just-In-Time) system aims to reduce lead times by producing and delivering products only as they are needed, minimizing inventory and improving efficiency.

Question 9

A company decides to establish and EOQ for an item. The annual demand is 400,000 units each costing $8 to run, setup costs are $32 , and inventory carrying costs are 20%. Calculate the EOQ in units.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

The developers of the JIT concepts utilized a simple card system called ________.
A) ishikawa
B) time fences
C) coding
D) kanban

Accepted Answer

Kanban is a simple card system used in the JIT (Just-In-Time) production system to manage inventory and production.

Question 11

What are the major elements or characteristics of a JIT environment. Discuss.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

The following MPS summary scheduled is leveled for capacity. Using the following table, level the schedule for material as well. $$\begin{array} { l l l l l l } 
\text { Week } & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 \
\text { Model A } & & & 800 & 1600 & 1600 \
\text { Model B } & 600 & 1600 & 800 & & \
\text { Model C } & 1000 & & & & \
\text { Total } & 1600 & 1600 & 1600 & 1600 & 1600
\end{array}$$

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

A company decides to establish and EOQ for an item. The annual demand is 400,000 units each costing $8 to run, setup costs are $32 , and inventory carrying costs are 20%. Calculate the number of orders per year.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

A company decides to establish and EOQ for an item. The annual demand is 400,000 units each costing $8 to run, setup costs are $32 , and inventory carrying costs are 20%. Calculate the cost or ordering, cost of carrying inventory, and total cost.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

Discuss what constitutes value to the end user?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Supplier selection should ensure the supplier has:
A) sincerity
B) stable management
C) effective quality systems
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Supplier selection should ensure the supplier has sincerity, stable management, and effective quality systems to ensure reliability and quality in the supply chain.

Question 17

Alternatives to cards for indicating production and movement of materials include:
A) designated storage space
B) color coding of containers
C) computer systems
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

All the options listed (designated storage space, color coding of containers, and computer systems) are viable alternatives to using cards for indicating production and movement of materials.

Question 18

Key factors in supplier partnering include:
A) long- term commitment and trust
B) trust and shared vision
C) long- term commitment, trust, and shared vision
D) long- term commitment and shared vision

Accepted Answer

Long-term commitment, trust, and shared vision are all essential for successful supplier partnerships, ensuring alignment and mutual benefit.

Question 19

Discuss total employee involvement in JIT and the changing role of top management.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Mixed- model scheduling means:
A) the company doesn't switch model production frequently
B) the scheduled is leveled for capacity and material
C) the company makes only one product per day
D) inventories are at a maximum

Accepted Answer

Mixed-model scheduling involves leveling production to balance capacity and materials, allowing for the production of different models in a sequence that meets demand without excessive inventory.

Quiz 15: Just-In-Time Manufacturing and Lean Production

Discuss process flexibility and its importance to the JIT environment.

Define quality at the source.

Suppliers benefit from partnering with their customers with:

A company produces a line of golf putters composed of three models. The demand for model A is 500 per month, for B is 400 and for C is 300. What would be the mixed model sequence if some of each were made each day?

Questions to be answered in a JIT environment include:

Production problems can include:

The benefits to the buyer of partnering with suppliers include:

The JIT system:

A company decides to establish and EOQ for an item. The annual demand is 400,000 units each costing $8 to run, setup costs are $32 , and inventory carrying costs are 20%. Calculate the EOQ in units.

The developers of the JIT concepts utilized a simple card system called ________.

What are the major elements or characteristics of a JIT environment. Discuss.

A company decides to establish and EOQ for an item. The annual demand is 400,000 units each costing $8 to run, setup costs are $32 , and inventory carrying costs are 20%. Calculate the number of orders per year.

A company decides to establish and EOQ for an item. The annual demand is 400,000 units each costing $8 to run, setup costs are $32 , and inventory carrying costs are 20%. Calculate the cost or ordering, cost of carrying inventory, and total cost.

Discuss what constitutes value to the end user?

Supplier selection should ensure the supplier has:

Alternatives to cards for indicating production and movement of materials include:

Key factors in supplier partnering include:

Discuss total employee involvement in JIT and the changing role of top management.

Mixed- model scheduling means: