JIT reduces excess inventory, waiting, and transportation by changing the
traditional system of inventory to one that focuses on what method of moving
inventory?
Pulling inventory means it moves when needed
The best medium to communicate and resolve a conflict would be __________.
Spoken
A barrier that interferes with good communication is called __________.
noise
In communication, to avoid making assumptions is a special responsibility of
the __________.
Receiver
Jidoka builds quality into the manufacturing process. What four steps are used
in judoka?
not b or c
Communication is a process by which we assign and convey meaning in an
attempt to create __________.
Discover, stop, fix, investigate cause
A __________ initiates communication by forming an idea to be shared.
Sender
Lean manufacturing is a method of eliminating waste. What is the purpose of
eliminating waste?
Reduce both cost and lead time while increasing quality
What is the definition of value-added activities?
Activity that adds what the customer wants
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