Blocking in Production Processes Is When Activities in a Stage

question 8

True/False

Blocking in production processes is when activities in a stage must continue because there is no place to deposit completed items.

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Definitions:

Kanban Size

The quantity of work or materials specified by a Kanban card in a pull-based inventory or production control system.

Setup Cost

The expenses incurred to prepare equipment or processes for manufacturing an order, including cleaning and tooling costs.

Carrying Cost

The total cost of holding inventory, including storage, insurance, depreciation, and opportunity costs, synonymous with holding costs but with a rephrased definition for clarification.

Safety Stock

Inventory kept on hand to protect against stockouts caused by fluctuations in demand or supply chain disruptions.