Question 1

Scheduling flexibility prevents confusion in the manufacturing plant and offers unique _____________ to manufacturing firms since they are capable of adapting to changes in the environment more quickly.

Accepted Answer

A)   opportunities
B)   strengths
C)   opportunities and advantages
D)   competitive opportunities
E)   competitive advantages

Question 2

Thus, a kanban system is referred to as a __________ because the kanban is used to ______ parts to the next production stage only when they are needed.

Accepted Answer

A)   push system / push
B)   pull system / pull
C)   traditional system / ship
D)   traditional system / transfer
E)   pull system / push

Question 3

Since ______________ (is)  are critical in achieving a competitive advantage in today's global business world, manufacturers gain immensely by implementing the _____ production control system.

Accepted Answer

A)   low prices / JIT
B)   low costs / JOB
C)   high-quality products / JIT
D)   quality products / MOB
E)   satisfaction / MBO

Question 4

Many firms report lack of support from __________ as being one of the major problems encountered in the implementation of JIT (Lean)  purchasing.

Accepted Answer

A)   stakeholders
B)   their employees
C)   their stockholders
D)   their bankers
E)   their lenders

Question 5

Implementation of just-in-time (Lean)  purchasing assists the purchasing function in its major objective(s)  of ___________________________.

Accepted Answer

A)   improving quality of incoming materials and supplier delivery performance
B)   along with reducing lead times and cost of materials
C)   improving supplier relationships and reducing waste
D)   "A" and "B" only
E)   "A" and "C" only

Question 6

JIT emphasizes scheduling flexibility by aiming for __________________.

Accepted Answer

A)   reduced waste and shorter setup times
B)   reduced purchasing lead times and setup times
C)   faster delivery and smaller orders
D)   increased purchasing lead times and shorter setup times
E)   short purchasing lead times and lower costs

Question 7

crucial issue to be considered is the relevance of _________ in the successful implementation of the just-in-time system in a country.

Accepted Answer

A)   culture
B)   procedure
C)   communication style
D)   life styles
E)   policy

Question 8

_______ has evolved as a novel manufacturing concept based on a philosophy of trust and commitment of the entire organization. The benefits of implementing a _____ system impact all entities involved in supply-chain management.

Accepted Answer

A)   JIT / JIT
B)   JST / JST
C)   GOP / GOP
D)   JOB / JOB
E)   ITS / ITS

Question 9

n organization driven by a JIT philosophy can improve _________________ by reducing inventory levels, reducing variability, improving product quality, reducing production and delivery lead times, and reducing setup costs.

Accepted Answer

A)   profits
B)   return on investment
C)   dividends
D)   "A" and "B"
E)   "B" and "C"

Question 10

nother critical issue for JIT manufacturers is the __________ in product demand. JIT systems seem to work best when its smooth production and low inventory requirements are aimed at meeting a relatively _________ product demand.

Accepted Answer

A)   regularity / unstable
B)   variability / stable
C)   variability / variable
D)   predictability / predictable
E)   stability / stable

Question 11

The transition to ______ has not necessarily been a smooth one for many companies in the United States. But this does not imply that switching from a pure ____ system to a __________ system was a mistake for most companies.

Accepted Answer

A)   JOT / MRI / JOT or hybrid
B)   JIT / MBO / JIT or hybrid
C)   JIT / MRP / JIT or hybrid
D)   JOT / MRP / JOT or matrix
E)   JIT / MRI / JIT or hybrid

Question 12

ecause of ____________ and frequent delivery schedules, suppliers are in a position to receive quick feedback regarding any potential manufacturing or design problems. Also, manufacturing is in a position to implement engineering changes quicker because of the _________ inventory levels.

Accepted Answer

A)   large orders / increased
B)   computerization / flat
C)   smaller orders / increased
D)   computerized ordering systems / reduced
E)   smaller lot sizes / reduced

Question 13

ll marketing strategies are compatible with the JIT system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The Toyota manufacturing system has been viewed in following different ways:

Accepted Answer

A)   As a lean production system because it uses less of every resource compared with the conventional mass production system.
B)   As a conventional reorder point system with extremely small lot sizes.
C)   As a pull system as opposed to the conventional push system.
D)   All of the above.
E)   "A" and "C" only.

Question 15

JIT is Toyota's manufacturing philosophy to minimize _______, and the JIT production system is a subsystem controlled by ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   costs / computer
B)   waste / kanban
C)   expenses / kanban
D)   costs / kanban
E)   waste / computer

Question 16

JIT purchasing results in improved __________ and corresponding levels of higher ______________.

Accepted Answer

A)   customer service / quality
B)   relationships / customer service
C)   customer service / satisfaction
D)   buyer relations / supplier satisfaction
E)   quality / customer satisfactionPower Point Slide 30

Question 17

The ________ JIT production system has been erected based on the premise of minimizing _________________ (waste)  by reducing or eliminating discrete batches.

Accepted Answer

A)   computer controlled/batches or lots
B)   computer controlled/inventories
C)   kanban-controlled/stock on hand
D)   kanban-controlled/work-in-process inventories
E)   computer controlled/stock on hand

Question 18

There is a list of reasons why the Toyota manufacturing system may not work for all firms. The reasons include all of the following with one exception. The exception is:

Accepted Answer

A)   different management styles, and so forth
B)   supplier power
C)   a diverse workforce
D)   cultural differences
E)   geographical dispersion of suppliers

Question 19

JIT purchasing facilitates reduction in _____________ and the associated _____________ costs.

Accepted Answer

A)   the cost of materials / storage
B)   the cost of shipping / holding
C)   the cost of inventory / storage
D)   inventory levels / materials'
E)   inventory levels / inventory holding

Question 20

The JIT philosophy concept cannot be implemented successfully without total support from ______________.

Accepted Answer

A)   all involved
B)   all employees
C)   top management
D)   middle management
E)   the purchasing department

Exam 6: Just-In-Time Lean Purchasing

The Toyota manufacturing system has been viewed in following different ways:

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The ________ JIT production system has been erected based on the premise of minimizing _________________ (waste) by reducing or eliminating discrete batches.

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JIT purchasing facilitates reduction in _____________ and the associated _____________ costs.

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ecause of ____________ and frequent delivery schedules, suppliers are in a position to receive quick feedback regarding any potential manufacturing or design problems. Also, manufacturing is in a position to implement engineering changes quicker because of the _________ inventory levels.

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n organization driven by a JIT philosophy can improve _________________ by reducing inventory levels, reducing variability, improving product quality, reducing production and delivery lead times, and reducing setup costs.

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Thus, a kanban system is referred to as a __________ because the kanban is used to ______ parts to the next production stage only when they are needed.

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JIT is Toyota's manufacturing philosophy to minimize _______, and the JIT production system is a subsystem controlled by ________.

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The transition to ______ has not necessarily been a smooth one for many companies in the United States. But this does not imply that switching from a pure ____ system to a __________ system was a mistake for most companies.

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JIT purchasing results in improved __________ and corresponding levels of higher ______________.

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Scheduling flexibility prevents confusion in the manufacturing plant and offers unique _____________ to manufacturing firms since they are capable of adapting to changes in the environment more quickly.

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_______ has evolved as a novel manufacturing concept based on a philosophy of trust and commitment of the entire organization. The benefits of implementing a _____ system impact all entities involved in supply-chain management.

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Implementation of just-in-time (Lean) purchasing assists the purchasing function in its major objective(s) of ___________________________.

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The JIT philosophy concept cannot be implemented successfully without total support from ______________.

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nother critical issue for JIT manufacturers is the __________ in product demand. JIT systems seem to work best when its smooth production and low inventory requirements are aimed at meeting a relatively _________ product demand.

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Many firms report lack of support from __________ as being one of the major problems encountered in the implementation of JIT (Lean) purchasing.

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Since ______________ (is) are critical in achieving a competitive advantage in today's global business world, manufacturers gain immensely by implementing the _____ production control system.

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There is a list of reasons why the Toyota manufacturing system may not work for all firms. The reasons include all of the following with one exception. The exception is:

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crucial issue to be considered is the relevance of _________ in the successful implementation of the just-in-time system in a country.

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JIT emphasizes scheduling flexibility by aiming for __________________.

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ll marketing strategies are compatible with the JIT system.

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