Develop a Solution for the Following Line Balancing Problem, Allowing

question 51

Essay

Develop a solution for the following line balancing problem, allowing a cycle time of 5 minutes.
a. Draw the precedence diagram for the set of tasks.
b. Calculate the theoretical minimum number of workstations.
c. Balance this line using the longest task time heuristic.
d. What tasks are assigned to which stations?
e. Does the solution have the minimum number of stations? Explain.
f. How much idle time is there, summed over all workstations?
g. What is the efficiency of this line?

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Definitions:

Low Demand

A situation where the desire and need for certain products or services are beneath expectations, often leading to surplus inventory and reduced sales.

Slow Period

Times of low activity or demand in a business or industry, often marked by reduced sales or production.

Supply Chain

The entire system of producing and delivering a product or service, from the supplier of raw materials to the end user.

Coordination

The organization and alignment of activities, efforts, and policies to ensure smooth operation and achievement of common objectives.