Lean Production (AQA A-Level Business): Quizzes
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What is the core principle of lean production?
What is the core principle of lean production?
Maximising value while minimising waste
When are materials received in a just-in-time (JIT) system?
When are materials received in a just-in-time (JIT) system?
Only when needed for production
How does JIT reduce storage costs?
How does JIT reduce storage costs?
No need for large storage facilities
How does JIT improve a business's competitiveness?
How does JIT improve a business's competitiveness?
Respond more quickly to customer changes
How does JIT affect employee motivation?
How does JIT affect employee motivation?
Greater workforce involvement boosts it
What is a major risk of using JIT?
What is a major risk of using JIT?
Transport problems can halt production
What financial opportunity does JIT cause businesses to miss?
What financial opportunity does JIT cause businesses to miss?
Bulk purchase discounts from suppliers
What did the 2011 Japan earthquake reveal about JIT systems?
What did the 2011 Japan earthquake reveal about JIT systems?
Vulnerability during major disruptions
What does JIT require from supplier relationships?
What does JIT require from supplier relationships?
Strong, reliable relationships & trust
Which factor affects JIT suitability for a business?
Which factor affects JIT suitability for a business?
Geographic location & transport issues