Operations Management, Student Value Edition
Operations Management, Student Value Edition
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780132863308
Author: Jay Heizer
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 16, Problem 12DQ
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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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