The First Step in DBR Production Scheduling Is To

question 15

Multiple Choice

The first step in DBR production scheduling is to?

• A) Identify the constrained resource(s) or bottleneck(s) in the system
• B) Synchronize the release of work
• C) Use inventory buffers at the critical bottlenecks
• D) Forecast the demand

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Definitions:

EOQ Analysis

Economic Order Quantity Analysis, a tool used in inventory management to determine the optimal order quantity that minimizes the total cost of inventory, including holding and ordering costs.

Carrying Costs

Expenses associated with maintaining inventory, including storage, insurance, and spoilage costs.

Ordering Costs

Expenses incurred in placing and receiving orders for goods, including transportation, handling, and clerical costs.