This philosophy is an integrated set of activities designed to achieve high-volume production using minimal inventories of parts that arrive exactly when they are needed.
A) Manufacturing strategy
B) Just-in-time
C) Total quality control
D) Lean manufacturing
E) Total quality management

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Just-in-time (also known as JIT) is a manufacturing philosophy that emphasizes producing only what is needed, when it is needed, and in the amount needed, in order to minimize waste and maximize efficiency. This approach relies on a highly synchronized system of production, scheduling, inventory management, and supplier partnerships to deliver materials and components exactly when they are needed to support the production process. JIT is often associated with the Toyota Production System and is a key component of lean manufacturing.

This Philosophy Is an Integrated Set of Activities Designed to Achieve