Shifting to a Just-In-Time Approach in a Manufacturing Environment Usually

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Shifting to a just-in-time approach in a manufacturing environment usually requires a new approach in evaluating costs.

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Definitions:

Job-Order Costing

A costing system used to accumulate costs of manufacturing a job or batch, where each job or batch has its distinct characteristics.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

This rate is calculated before a period begins and is used to apply overhead costs to products based on a selected activity base.

Job-Order Costing

A cost accounting system used to allocate costs to specific jobs or batches, useful for unique or custom orders.

Machine-Hours

A measure of production time, referring to the total hours a machine is operated within a specific period.