A Just-In-Time Environment Has Smaller Inventories Than the Traditional Manufacturing

question 97

Multiple Choice

A just-in-time environment has smaller inventories than the traditional manufacturing environment.As a result,

• A)larger production lot sizes are the rule,in order to realize the cost-effectiveness of long production runs.
• B)the amount of working capital required for inventory typically increases.
• C)the just-in-time environment experiences a lower inventory turnover than the traditional environment.
• D)the just-in-time environment typically experiences a higher inventory turnover than the traditional environment.

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Definitions:

Raw Material Waste

Unwanted or unusable materials generated during the production process or from the consumption of raw materials, which can impact efficiency and environmental sustainability.

Competitive Advantage

The unique attributes or capabilities that allow an organization to outperform its competitors, resulting in greater sales or margins and/or retaining more customers.

Customization

The process of modifying or building a product or service to meet the specific requirements or preferences of an individual user or group.

Equipment Utilization

The percentage of time a piece of equipment is in use compared to the total time it is available, indicating efficiency in the use of resources.