The Level Production Strategy
A level production strategy relies on a constant output rate and capacity while varying inventory and backlog levels to handle the fluctuating demand pattern. Describe why or why not a pure service industry (e.g. accounting or law firms) may or may not be able to implement this type of technique. Respond to at least two of your classmates' postings.
Required ResourcesText
- Wisner, J.D., Tan, K.-C., & Leong, G. (2012).Principles of Supply Chain Management(3rd ed.). Mason, OH: South-Western Cengage Learning. ISBN: 9780538475464
- Chapter 5: Demand Forecasting
- Chapter 6: Resource Planning Systems
- Chapter 7: Inventory Management
- Chapter 8: Process Management: Lean Production and Six Sigma Quality Issues in Supply Chain Management