JIT systems work the best when the firm:
A) Produces a large number of different products
B) Has widely fluctuating demand
C) Has a large inspection department
D) Production operation set up requirements have short change over times
E) None of the above

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JIT systems rely heavily on quick changeover times, so a production operation that can easily set up requirements with short changeover times is the best choice for maximizing the benefits of a JIT system. The other options either do not facilitate or may even hinder the implementation of a JIT system.

JIT Systems Work the Best When the Firm