Just In Time Manufacturing Quiz

What does J.I.T. stand for in manufacturing?

• Just In Time

• Just In Trade

• Just In Technology

• Just In Transport

What is the general idea behind Just In Time manufacturing?

• Manufacture products only when needed

• Store large amounts of products in a warehouse

• Manufacture products in bulk and store them

• Ship products before they are manufactured

Why do companies adopt Just In Time manufacturing?

• To stay competitive

• To increase storage space

• To reduce product quality

• To increase lead times

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Just In Time manufacturing?

• Products can be manufactured quicker

• Less capital is tied up in raw materials

• Increase in storage costs

• Reduce waste

What does the term "Kaizen" refer to in Just In Time manufacturing?

• Making processes and products simpler

• A visual trigger to encourage pull

• Manufacturing process made foolproof

• Machines making production decisions

What is the purpose of "Kanban" in Just In Time manufacturing?

• A visual trigger to encourage pull

• Making processes and products simpler

• Manufacturing process made foolproof

• Machines making production decisions

What does "Poka-yoke" aim to achieve in Just In Time manufacturing?

• Making processes and products simpler

• A visual trigger to encourage pull

• Manufacturing process made foolproof

• Machines making production decisions

What role do machines play in "Jidoka" within Just In Time manufacturing?

• Machines make production decisions for themselves

• Machines are used for storage

• Machines are used for transportation

• Machines are used for packaging

Which of the following is an example of a company using Just In Time manufacturing?

• Dell

• HP

• Apple

• Microsoft

How many days worth of stock does Dell have on shelves compared to HP?

• 5 days for Dell, 90 days for HP

• 10 days for Dell, 60 days for HP

• 15 days for Dell, 30 days for HP

• 20 days for Dell, 40 days for HP