Evolution of Operations Management

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What is the key feature of a Just-in-Time (JIT) 'Pull' system of production scheduling?

Production only when signaled (correct)

Stockpiling inventory for future use

Production in large batches

Production without any signal

How does JIT relate to quality management?

JIT cuts the cost of quality (correct)

JIT reduces product quality

JIT leads to increased inventory costs

JIT does not affect quality

What are the Taguchi Concepts mainly focused on?

Reducing production speed

Increasing inventory levels

Improving product and process design (correct)

Encouraging inefficiencies in production

Which of the following is a tool for generating ideas in Total Quality Management (TQM)?

Check sheet – A method of recording data Signup and view all the answers

How does Target-Oriented Quality contribute to product improvement?

By promoting continuous improvement Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the JIT 'Pull' system in relation to inventory levels?

To reduce inventory levels Signup and view all the answers

What does the JIT system encourage in terms of product and process quality?

Improved process and product quality Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the TQM tools used in TQM?

To help improve quality and processes Signup and view all the answers

What role does Target-Oriented Quality play in achieving production excellence?

It promotes continuous improvement efforts Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of utilizing Taguchi Concepts in product development?

Identification of key variables impacting product variation Signup and view all the answers

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What is the key feature of a Just-in-Time (JIT) 'Pull' system of production scheduling?

How does JIT relate to quality management?

What are the Taguchi Concepts mainly focused on?

Which of the following is a tool for generating ideas in Total Quality Management (TQM)?

How does Target-Oriented Quality contribute to product improvement?

What is the main goal of the JIT 'Pull' system in relation to inventory levels?

What does the JIT system encourage in terms of product and process quality?

What is the primary objective of the TQM tools used in TQM?

What role does Target-Oriented Quality play in achieving production excellence?

What is the main advantage of utilizing Taguchi Concepts in product development?

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