Brandon's Computer Shop Sells Most of Its Computers to a High-End

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Essay

Brandon's computer shop sells most of its computers to a high-end customized online retailer and sales are steady at 400 per month. A single work cell produces the computers. To produce the computer, three operations are required. First the parts must be assembled, next software must be installed, and finally the computer must be safely packed and labeled for shipping. These operations take 1 hours, 3 hours, and 1 hour respectively. If there are 8 available work hours each day and the shop operates 20 days per month find the takt time.

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Definitions:

Production Overruns

Occurrences when more units of a product are produced than were originally ordered or forecasted, often leading to excess inventory.

Service Retailer

A business that sells services rather than physical goods, providing intangible products to customers.

Nail Salon

A specialized beauty salon that provides nail care services such as manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements.

Extreme-value Retailers

Stores that specialize in offering a wide range of products at exceptionally low prices, targeting cost-conscious consumers.