Operations Management
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Author: Lee Krajewski
Publisher: Pearson Education
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Chapter 16, Problem 12DQ
Summary Introduction
To identify: The type of lean technique which works in both the manufacturing and service sectors.
Introduction: Lean production is a popular philosophy which follows Just-in-time approach. It is a technique which aims to reduce wastage in the production line and achieve continuous improvement.
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Operations Management
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