Question 1

A kanban is a card used to control the flow of production in many just- in- time systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The number of kanban cards limits the amount of inventory in the manufacturing system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

For firms along the supply chain, two aspects of lean systems that are important to manage include close supplier ties and small batches.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Discuss the impact of alpha, the policy variable, on the total amount of inventory in the system. If alpha is set equal to zero, is system inventory zero? What would be required to achieve a system- wide inventory of zero?

Accepted Answer

The policy variable alpha adds safety st

Question 5

Describe the five elements of the 5S methodology relating to work place practices.

Accepted Answer

1. Sort separate needed from unneeded it

Question 6

A just- in- time (JIT) system is the organization of resources, information flows, and decision rules that can enable an organization to realize the benefits of the JIT philosophy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The goal of single- digit setup means having setup times shorter than 10 seconds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is the difference between the "push" and "pull" methods of material flow? Which does lean systems use?

Accepted Answer

With the pull method, customer demand (a

Question 9

If any employee senses that the process is producing defects or is about to go out of proper specification, He or she has the responsibility to stop the process. This is called jidoka.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

In JIT systems, if a defective product is found, which of the following is generally NOT done?

Accepted Answer

A)  The defective unit is returned to the worker responsible for creating the defect. 
B)  The production line is made aware of the problem without stopping the line. 
C)  The defective unit is passed on to the next workstation. 
D)  The production line is stopped. 
A)  The defective unit is returned to the worker responsible for creating the defect. 
B)  The production line is made aware of the problem without stopping the line. 
C)  The defective unit is passed on to the next workstation. 
D)  The production line is stopped.

Question 11

Table $8.3$
A company uses a kanban system. The daily demand for part A is 4000 units. The average waiting time for a container of parts is $0.2$ day. The processing time for a container of part $A$ is $0.8$ day, and a container holds 300 units.
-Use the information in Table 8.3. How many kanban containers would be required if a 15 % efficiency factor is used?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 or less 
B)  11 or 12 
C)  13 or 14 
D)  15 or more 
A)  10 or less 
B)  11 or 12 
C)  13 or 14 
D)  15 or more

Question 12

The just- in- time production system is a total system concept that takes cultural environment, managerial practice, and support of the workforce into account. Which one of the following statements regarding the basic philosophy of JIT systems is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  For managers, a high level of inventory is regarded as the main resource that they can utilize for flawless operation of the manufacturing system. 
B)  One of the few disadvantages of a JIT system is the large storage area requirement for inventory. 
C)  The JIT system eliminates buildup of inventories by coordinating the flow of materials between processes. 
D)  Sufficient amounts of natural resources are the main element for the successful implementation of JIT systems. 
A)  For managers, a high level of inventory is regarded as the main resource that they can utilize for flawless operation of the manufacturing system. 
B)  One of the few disadvantages of a JIT system is the large storage area requirement for inventory. 
C)  The JIT system eliminates buildup of inventories by coordinating the flow of materials between processes. 
D)  Sufficient amounts of natural resources are the main element for the successful implementation of JIT systems.

Question 13

What is a kanban?

Accepted Answer

A)  used in a push system 
B)  a card 
C)  authorization of equipment maintenance 
D)  designed for a job shop 
A)  used in a push system 
B)  a card 
C)  authorization of equipment maintenance 
D)  designed for a job shop

Question 14

Discuss mixed model assembly.

Accepted Answer

Mixed model assembly produces a mix of m

Question 15

Underproduction is a type of waste that often occurs in firms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The just- in- time (JIT) system is a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  management system of people and procedures to fulfill all delivery deadlines. 
B)  integrated system of managing resources, information, and decision processes to eliminate waste. 
C)  materials management system for removing all inventories. 
D)  production system of small- lot manufacturing to reduce work- in- process inventory. 
A)  management system of people and procedures to fulfill all delivery deadlines. 
B)  integrated system of managing resources, information, and decision processes to eliminate waste. 
C)  materials management system for removing all inventories. 
D)  production system of small- lot manufacturing to reduce work- in- process inventory.

Question 17

Production to customized individual orders are very well suited to lean systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Reducing distance is a common JIT goal, both inside and outside facilities. Outside, it manifests itself in attempts to get suppliers closer to facilities; inside, it is a common layout tactic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Setup time is irrelevant when using lean systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Use the information in Table 8.3. How many kanban containers would be required if a 10 % efficiency factor is used?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 or less 
B)  11 or 12 
C)  13 or 14 
D)  15 or more 
A)  10 or less 
B)  11 or 12 
C)  13 or 14 
D)  15 or more

A kanban is a card used to control the flow of production in many just- in- time systems.

The number of kanban cards limits the amount of inventory in the manufacturing system.

For firms along the supply chain, two aspects of lean systems that are important to manage include close supplier ties and small batches.

Discuss the impact of alpha, the policy variable, on the total amount of inventory in the system. If alpha is set equal to zero, is system inventory zero? What would be required to achieve a system- wide inventory of zero?

Describe the five elements of the 5S methodology relating to work place practices.

A just- in- time (JIT) system is the organization of resources, information flows, and decision rules that can enable an organization to realize the benefits of the JIT philosophy.

The goal of single- digit setup means having setup times shorter than 10 seconds.

What is the difference between the "push" and "pull" methods of material flow? Which does lean systems use?

If any employee senses that the process is producing defects or is about to go out of proper specification, He or she has the responsibility to stop the process. This is called jidoka.

In JIT systems, if a defective product is found, which of the following is generally NOT done?

The just- in- time production system is a total system concept that takes cultural environment, managerial practice, and support of the workforce into account. Which one of the following statements regarding the basic philosophy of JIT systems is TRUE?

What is a kanban?

Discuss mixed model assembly.

Underproduction is a type of waste that often occurs in firms.

The just- in- time (JIT) system is a(n)

Production to customized individual orders are very well suited to lean systems.

Reducing distance is a common JIT goal, both inside and outside facilities. Outside, it manifests itself in attempts to get suppliers closer to facilities; inside, it is a common layout tactic.

Setup time is irrelevant when using lean systems.

Use the information in Table 8.3. How many kanban containers would be required if a 10 % efficiency factor is used?

Creating Customer Value

Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Sustainability and Humanitarian Logistics

Process Configuration

Capacity

Waiting Lines

Inventory Management

Lean Systems

Location and Layout

Managing Demand and Forecasting

Operations Planning and Scheduling

Resource Planning

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Exam 8: Quality and Process Improvement

A kanban is a card used to control the flow of production in many just- in- time systems.

The number of kanban cards limits the amount of inventory in the manufacturing system.

For firms along the supply chain, two aspects of lean systems that are important to manage include close supplier ties and small batches.

Discuss the impact of alpha, the policy variable, on the total amount of inventory in the system. If alpha is set equal to zero, is system inventory zero? What would be required to achieve a system- wide inventory of zero?

Describe the five elements of the 5S methodology relating to work place practices.

A just- in- time (JIT) system is the organization of resources, information flows, and decision rules that can enable an organization to realize the benefits of the JIT philosophy.

The goal of single- digit setup means having setup times shorter than 10 seconds.

What is the difference between the "push" and "pull" methods of material flow? Which does lean systems use?

If any employee senses that the process is producing defects or is about to go out of proper specification, He or she has the responsibility to stop the process. This is called jidoka.

In JIT systems, if a defective product is found, which of the following is generally NOT done?

The just- in- time production system is a total system concept that takes cultural environment, managerial practice, and support of the workforce into account. Which one of the following statements regarding the basic philosophy of JIT systems is TRUE?

What is a kanban?

Discuss mixed model assembly.

Underproduction is a type of waste that often occurs in firms.

The just- in- time (JIT) system is a(n)

Production to customized individual orders are very well suited to lean systems.

Reducing distance is a common JIT goal, both inside and outside facilities. Outside, it manifests itself in attempts to get suppliers closer to facilities; inside, it is a common layout tactic.

Setup time is irrelevant when using lean systems.

Use the information in Table 8.3. How many kanban containers would be required if a 10 % efficiency factor is used?

Creating Customer Value

Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Sustainability and Humanitarian Logistics

Process Configuration

Capacity

Waiting Lines

Inventory Management

Lean Systems

Location and Layout

Managing Demand and Forecasting

Operations Planning and Scheduling

Resource Planning

Filters