Which of the following is a negative aspect of JIT compared to synchronous manufacturing?
A) JIT cannot deal with outside vendors.
B) JIT needs broadly fluctuating production levels.
C) JIT does not allow very much flexibility in the products produced.
D) JIT requires a great deal of workforce computational skills.
E) JIT does not deal well with bottlenecks.

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JIT (Just-In-Time) manufacturing focuses on reducing inventory and producing only what is needed when it is needed. This can limit flexibility in the variety of products produced, as the system is optimized for efficiency and minimal waste, rather than accommodating frequent changes in product types or designs.

Which of the Following Is a Negative Aspect of JIT