Focus on continuous improvement is described by _____________. -
ANSWER Kaizen
Which one of the following is not a layout tactic in a Lean environment? -
ANSWER Fixed equipment
Which one of the following is a concern expressed by suppliers who are
in partnership with JIT organizations? - ANSWER Having limited ability
to respond to changes in product and quality
Which of the following is not characteristic of a TPS employee? -
ANSWER Strict job classifications
Which of the following is generally found in most JIT environments? -
ANSWER Pull systems
The technique known as level schedules: - ANSWER processes many
small batches rather than one large batch.
If a casual-dining restaurant is attempting to practice JIT and lean
operations, which of the following would not be present? - ANSWER
Food preparation in large batches
Which of the following is not a reason for variability? - ANSWER
Employees, machines, and suppliers follow production standards
Lean makes quality less expensive because __________. - ANSWER
it prevents long runs of defects
Which of the following is not a goal of Lean Partnerships? - ANSWER
Removal of engineering changes
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