MPC - Lead time syndrom
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Why are long lead times bad? [3]
- Result in high inventory;
- You have to predict demand for a longer period of time, high variability;
- More WIP, need more space, loosing overview
How is the lead time calculated?
Explain the lead time syndrom
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What are the drawbacks of increasing lead times? [5]
- Even stronger fluctuating external lead times;
- less customers;
- reduced quality and flexibility;
- increased inventory levels;
- higher management burden;
What is a solution for the lead time syndrom?
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