Great Lakes Barge and Baggage Company makes, among other things, battery-operated bilge pumps. Which of the following activities is not part of JIT? They A) communicate their schedules to suppliers B) produce in long production runs to reduce the impact of setup costs C) use a pull system to move inventory D) continuously work on reducing setup time E) produce in small lots

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Producing in long production runs is not a part of JIT philosophy as it leads to overproduction and excess inventory. JIT emphasizes producing in small lots to reduce inventory and wastes.

Great Lakes Barge and Baggage Company Makes, Among Other Things