A strike by dockworkers at West Coast ports paralyzed transportation of goods across the Pacific Ocean and left manufacturers short of component parts and Asian importers with excess inventory. This paralysis would have had a more adverse impact on companies using which of the following?

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Just-in-time manufacturing relies heavily on a smooth and timely flow of components and goods to ensure efficient production. A strike causing a delay in the transportation of goods would have a more adverse impact on companies using a just-in-time manufacturing approach, as they rely on rapid delivery to meet production schedules. The other options listed also rely on efficient transportation and supply chains, but they may have more flexibility in their delivery schedules or may not be as affected by delays in transportation.

A Strike by Dockworkers at West Coast Ports Paralyzed Transportation