Question: Instructions: 1- In general terms, describe a JIT manufacturing system. Identify the basic goals of a JIT manufacturing system and any basic conditions that must exist for the system to operate effectively.
2- Describe if the JIT philosophy can be adopted/applied in all departments of the organization rather than only in inventory management. What role could people play in the organization to make this JIT system work?
3- Pinpointany non-value-added activities in DHLC operations that might be reduced or eliminated in a JIT system. Also, identify specific types of costs that might be reduced or eliminated.
4- Assume that DHLC does adopt a JIT manufacturing system, how would the relationship with its suppliers change? Describe the impact of this relationship on price, quality, and delivery and on lead time.
5- Explain whether or not you think that a JIT system would work for DHLC. Provide specific reasons supporting your conclusion.
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