Question 1

Explain how the flow shop and the continuous process are similar.

Accepted Answer

Both treat all of the outputs as exactly the same and the flow of work is relatively continuous.

Question 2

In the product-process matrix,when the size of a batch increases significantly,with a corresponding decrease in output variety,then the flow shop is appropriate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

What is the difference in a make-to-stock item and a make-to-order item?

Accepted Answer

A make-to-stock item is produced in batches of some size that is economical for the firm and is then stocked in a warehouse where as a make-to-order item is usually produced in a batch of a size set by the customer and is delivered to the customer upon completion.

Question 4

In the service industry why is it important to know exactly what characteristics of the service need to be emphasized? Give an example.

Accepted Answer

There are many service characteristics t

Question 5

When would it be better for a firm to use flow shops rather than continuous process?

Accepted Answer

Firms that use flow shops are typically

Question 6

What two basis do shops use to formally plan their layouts to group the equipment and why?

Accepted Answer

Businesses base their floor plan on the

Question 7

A general characteristic of a job shop is that it requires a small variety of inputs,and minimal variations in the time it takes for a complete "job".

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

According to the service matrix developed by Schmenner,services with low contact intensity and customization attain profitability through high prices rather than high volumes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Continuous processes are characterized by low to moderate output variety and one to few in batch size.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The concept of _____ ______ (Chase and Stewart,1994)is used by organizations to help guarantee their service,by anticipating where a service failure might occur and installing preventive measures.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The concept of _____ ______ (Chase and...

Question 11

In cellular production,parts with similar processing requirements are called part families.What are some of the classifications for separating these parts?

Accepted Answer

There are a number of different approach

Question 12

The product-process matrix developed by Hayes and Wheelwright (1979)explains how transformation systems vary from project-on the top left corner-to continuous processes-on the bottom right corner.Its vertical axis illustrates:

Accepted Answer

A) Output quantity 
B) Variety of outputs 
C) Quality 
D) Breadth of outputs 
E) None of the above 
A) Output quantity 
B) Variety of outputs 
C) Quality 
D) Breadth of outputs 
E) None of the above

Question 13

Which of the following is false for job shops?

Accepted Answer

A) Unique jobs must be produced 
B) Output batch size is moderately large,to make it cost effective 
C) The flow of work through facilities tends to be intermittent 
D) Groupings of staff and equipment are done according to function 
E) None of the above 
A) Unique jobs must be produced 
B) Output batch size is moderately large,to make it cost effective 
C) The flow of work through facilities tends to be intermittent 
D) Groupings of staff and equipment are done according to function 
E) None of the above

Question 14

Why is it difficult to layout the operations of a job shop? Explain.

Accepted Answer

Effective layout of operations in a job

Question 15

In what ways can a flow shop minimize costs (be specific)?

Accepted Answer

When using flow shops,firms can minimize

Question 16

What important advice did Chase and Tansik write about customer delivery systems,and why is it useful information?

Accepted Answer

Chase and Tansik break down customer del

Question 17

A logical,nominal,or virtual cell refers to a situation where the equipment is physically adjoining and reserved for production of only one part family.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Of large scale and finite duration,_____ _____ tend to be non-repetitive,with multiple and often simultaneous,highly interdependent tasks.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Of large scale and finite duration,_____ _____...

Question 19

What is the difference between "make-to-stock" and "make-to-order"?

Accepted Answer

Make-to-stock is used when business prod

Question 20

As the costs of fixed equipment investments rise with the volume produced,companies move from project to job,flow,and then cell transformation systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Explain how the flow shop and the continuous process are similar.

In the product-process matrix,when the size of a batch increases significantly,with a corresponding decrease in output variety,then the flow shop is appropriate.

What is the difference in a make-to-stock item and a make-to-order item?

In the service industry why is it important to know exactly what characteristics of the service need to be emphasized? Give an example.

When would it be better for a firm to use flow shops rather than continuous process?

What two basis do shops use to formally plan their layouts to group the equipment and why?

A general characteristic of a job shop is that it requires a small variety of inputs,and minimal variations in the time it takes for a complete "job".

According to the service matrix developed by Schmenner,services with low contact intensity and customization attain profitability through high prices rather than high volumes.

Continuous processes are characterized by low to moderate output variety and one to few in batch size.

The concept of _ __ (Chase and Stewart,1994)is used by organizations to help guarantee their service,by anticipating where a service failure might occur and installing preventive measures.

In cellular production,parts with similar processing requirements are called part families.What are some of the classifications for separating these parts?

The product-process matrix developed by Hayes and Wheelwright (1979)explains how transformation systems vary from project-on the top left corner-to continuous processes-on the bottom right corner.Its vertical axis illustrates:

Which of the following is false for job shops?

Why is it difficult to layout the operations of a job shop? Explain.

In what ways can a flow shop minimize costs (be specific)?

What important advice did Chase and Tansik write about customer delivery systems,and why is it useful information?

A logical,nominal,or virtual cell refers to a situation where the equipment is physically adjoining and reserved for production of only one part family.

Of large scale and finite duration,_ _ tend to be non-repetitive,with multiple and often simultaneous,highly interdependent tasks.

What is the difference between "make-to-stock" and "make-to-order"?

As the costs of fixed equipment investments rise with the volume produced,companies move from project to job,flow,and then cell transformation systems.

Operations and Supply Chain Strategy for Competitiveness

Executing Strategy: Project Management

Capacity and Scheduling

Supply Chain Planning and Analytics

Supply Chain Management

the Economic Order Quantity Model

Monitoring and Controlling the Processes

Process Improvement: Six Sigma

Process Improvement: Lean

Filters

Exam 3: Process Planning

Explain how the flow shop and the continuous process are similar.

In the product-process matrix,when the size of a batch increases significantly,with a corresponding decrease in output variety,then the flow shop is appropriate.

What is the difference in a make-to-stock item and a make-to-order item?

In the service industry why is it important to know exactly what characteristics of the service need to be emphasized? Give an example.

When would it be better for a firm to use flow shops rather than continuous process?

What two basis do shops use to formally plan their layouts to group the equipment and why?

A general characteristic of a job shop is that it requires a small variety of inputs,and minimal variations in the time it takes for a complete "job".

According to the service matrix developed by Schmenner,services with low contact intensity and customization attain profitability through high prices rather than high volumes.

Continuous processes are characterized by low to moderate output variety and one to few in batch size.

The concept of _____ ______ (Chase and Stewart,1994)is used by organizations to help guarantee their service,by anticipating where a service failure might occur and installing preventive measures.

In cellular production,parts with similar processing requirements are called part families.What are some of the classifications for separating these parts?

The product-process matrix developed by Hayes and Wheelwright (1979)explains how transformation systems vary from project-on the top left corner-to continuous processes-on the bottom right corner.Its vertical axis illustrates:

Which of the following is false for job shops?

Why is it difficult to layout the operations of a job shop? Explain.

In what ways can a flow shop minimize costs (be specific)?

What important advice did Chase and Tansik write about customer delivery systems,and why is it useful information?

A logical,nominal,or virtual cell refers to a situation where the equipment is physically adjoining and reserved for production of only one part family.

Of large scale and finite duration,_____ _____ tend to be non-repetitive,with multiple and often simultaneous,highly interdependent tasks.

What is the difference between "make-to-stock" and "make-to-order"?

As the costs of fixed equipment investments rise with the volume produced,companies move from project to job,flow,and then cell transformation systems.

Operations and Supply Chain Strategy for Competitiveness

Executing Strategy: Project Management

Capacity and Scheduling

Supply Chain Planning and Analytics

Supply Chain Management

the Economic Order Quantity Model

Monitoring and Controlling the Processes

Process Improvement: Six Sigma

Process Improvement: Lean

Filters

The concept of _ __ (Chase and Stewart,1994)is used by organizations to help guarantee their service,by anticipating where a service failure might occur and installing preventive measures.

Of large scale and finite duration,_ _ tend to be non-repetitive,with multiple and often simultaneous,highly interdependent tasks.