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What are the main features of flow production?
Large-scale production, standardised product, specialisation, division of labour -
What are the advantages of flow production?
Low unit costs, very consistent, high quality, less need to hold stock -
What are the disadvantages of flow production?
High set-up costs, one problem causes the whole line to stop, can cause low motivation, can't customise products for the customer -
What is the aim of lean production?
To cut costs of resources by using them more efficiently -
What is just-in-time manufacturing?
Arranging with suppliers that orders are brought in on the day needed. Products are made when orders come in, not to hold in stock -
What are the advantages of just-in-time production?
Cuts stock-holding prices, more efficient use of space, reduces time between buying supplies and receiving payment, better supplier relationship -
What are the disadvantages of just-in-time production?
Customers have to wait for goods to be made, no bulk order discounts on supplies, requires very reliable suppliers -
What is lean design?
Producing new designs as quickly as possible -
What is the main benefit of lean design?
Saves time meaning a higher profit margin -
What is the main advantage/disadvantage of cell production?
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