Daily Demand for a Product Is Normally Distributed with a Mean

question 105

Essay

Daily demand for a product is normally distributed with a mean of 150 units and a standard deviation of 15 units.The firm currently uses a reorder point system,and it seeks a 75% service level during the lead time of 6 days.
a.What safety stock is appropriate for the firm?
b.What is the reorder point?

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Definitions:

Overapplied

A situation where the allocated overhead costs for production exceed the actual overhead expenses incurred.

Direct Materials

Basic substances that can be directly linked to the production process of a good.

Direct Labor

Labor costs that can be directly traced to the production of specific goods or services, such as wages for assembly line workers.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead to products or job orders, calculated before the period begins based on estimated costs and activity levels.