Question

    Which of the following is not a type of lean system?

    A Just in Time Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Pull System Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Push System Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Kaizen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Lean System is an organized method for waste minimization without sacrificing productivity within a manufacturing system. Lean implementation emphasizes the importance of optimizing work flow through strategic operational procedures while minimizing waste and being adaptable.   The characteristics of lean manufacturing are: ·         Zero waiting time ·         Zero inventory ·         Pull processing ·         Continuous flow of production and ·         Continuous finding ways of reducing process time   Push system is not a principle in Lean manufacturing as push system means ‘make to stcok’ in which production is not based on actual demand which may lead to high inventory, higher overheads and over production.

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