When Referring to Flexible Manufacturing, It Is TRUE That It

question 35

Multiple Choice

When referring to flexible manufacturing, it is TRUE that it ________.

• A)relies heavily on labor, since humans are more adaptable and smarter than even the fastest machines
• B)uses machines designed to perform multiple tasks so they can be used to produce a variety of products
• C)achieves its flexibility at the cost of much slower rates of production than mass production techniques
• D)is only possible when using mass production processes since these processes are specifically designed to adapt

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Definitions:

Extranets

Private networks that allow controlled access to external users, enabling secure collaboration and information sharing with partners, suppliers, or customers.

Collaboration

The act of working together with others to achieve a common goal or task, often involving sharing knowledge, learning, and building consensus.

Procurement Portals

Corporate portals that automate the business processes involved in purchasing or procuring products between a single buyer and multiple suppliers.

Suppliers

Entities or individuals that provide goods or services to another entity, typically as part of a supply chain.