(a)
Concept introduction:
The ‘just is time’ is a system whose objective is to produce goods as they are required by a customer or for use, rather than for stock.
The reasons for implement a JIT system.
(b)
Concept introduction:
The just is time is a system whose objective is to produce or to be products as they are required by a customer or for use, rather than for stock.
To compute:
The potential benefits of JIT systems.
(c)
Concept introduction:
The just is time is a system whose objective is to produce or to be products as they are required by a customer or for use, rather than for stock.
The potential negative consequences of using a JIT system.
(d)
Concept introduction:
In Just in time, we purchase the raw martial when we required.
Whether potential benefits outweigh the possible cost.
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