Emerich Corporation Keeps Careful Track of the Time Required to Fill

question 100

Multiple Choice

Emerich Corporation keeps careful track of the time required to fill orders.The times recorded for a particular order appear below: The manufacturing cycle efficiency (MCE) was closest to:

• A)0.18
• B)0.09
• C)0.03
• D)0.49

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Definitions:

Employee Concerns

Issues or problems raised by employees related to their work environment, job duties, management practices, or workplace relationships.

Just In Time

A management strategy that aligns raw-material orders from suppliers directly with production schedules to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

Continuous Improvement

An ongoing effort to improve products, services, or processes through incremental and breakthrough improvements.

Quality Circles

Small groups of employees who voluntarily meet on a regular basis to identify, analyze, and solve work-related problems, typically focusing on quality improvement.