JustinTime JIT Systems

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Just-in-Time (JIT) Systems
Receivecustomerorders.
Complete productsjust in time toship customers.
Scheduleproduction.
Complete partsjust in time forassembly into
products.
Receive materialsjust in time forproduction.
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Key Elements for a SuccessfulJIT System
Zero productiondefects
Improvedplant layout
Flexibleworkforce
Reducedsetup time
JIT purchasing Fewer, but more ultrareliable
suppliers. Frequent JIT deliveries in small
lots. Defect-free supplier deliveries.
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Benefits of a JIT System
Reducedinventorycosts
Greatercustomersatisfaction
More rapidresponse tocustomer orders
Less warehousespace needed