Lean Production (AQA A-Level Business): Flashcards
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Lean production definition
Lean production definition
Maximising value while minimising waste
Three waste types lean production targets
Three waste types lean production targets
Time, space, and resources
JIT management core principle
JIT management core principle
Materials received only when needed for production
JIT benefit: storage facilities
JIT benefit: storage facilities
No need for large warehouses, saving space and costs
JIT benefit: customer response speed
JIT benefit: customer response speed
Respond quickly to changing customer preferences
JIT benefit: employee impact
JIT benefit: employee impact
Greater involvement boosts motivation and responsibility
Main JIT risk
Main JIT risk
Heavy reliance on suppliers delivering on time
JIT risk: transport problems effect
JIT risk: transport problems effect
Can halt production completely
JIT drawback: bulk ordering
JIT drawback: bulk ordering
Missing out on discounts for large orders
JIT requirement for success
JIT requirement for success
Strong, reliable relationship with suppliers