Manufactured parts are being assembled on a production line at a constant rate when a faulty component is identified. An assembly worker pushes the line stop button and work ceases while the defect is reviewed. This action is an example of:
The next job to be performed was selected because it had the least amount of operation time prior to the due date. Which of the following priority sequencing rules was being used?
A factory is at capacity in a period of stable demand. Which of the following actions would be best to maintain the competitive advantage when product variety is expected to increase?
If actual demand is consistently slightly lower than planned demand, which of the following outcomes most likely will occur when a firm produces to stock using a functional layout?