Chapter 3: Q14-8PE (page 373)
A period of time during which the production schedule cannot be changed.
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Chapter 3: Q14-8PE (page 373)
A period of time during which the production schedule cannot be changed.
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What lean concept relates to eliminating non–value-added steps and waste in product storage processes?
Question: A company currently using an inspection process in its material receiving department is trying to install an overall cost reduction program. One possible reduction is the elimination of one inspection position. This position tests material that has a defective content on an average of 0.04. By inspecting all items, the inspector can remove all defects. The inspector can inspect 50 units per hour. The hourly rate including fringe benefits for this position is \(9. If the inspection position is eliminated, defects will go into product assembly and will have to be replaced later at a cost of \)10 each when they are detected in final product testing.
The “changing cells” in a transportation model represent this.
Question: Is there a benefit (or loss) from the current inspection process? How much?
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