Flexible Manufacturing Practices Such as Mass Customization, Just-In-Time, and Concurrent

question 29

Multiple Choice

Flexible manufacturing practices such as mass customization, just-in-time, and concurrent engineering are examples of

• A) product differentiation.
• B) process innovations.
• C) technology audit.
• D) large batch technologies.
• E) product innovations.

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Definitions:

Price Labor Variances

Refers to the difference between the actual labor cost incurred and the standard labor cost for the actual production achieved.

Standard Labor Cost

The predetermined cost of labor expected under normal conditions, used for setting budgets and evaluating performance.

Payroll Taxes

Mandatory taxes withheld from an employee's earnings by an employer, which are then paid to government agencies.

Direct Labor Rate

The hourly wage paid to workers who are directly involved in the production of goods or services.