Question

to sort it out as soon as possible. Also, the time taken to manufacturer one unit of their
cars is extremely high as compared to global benchmarks. They have hired you as a
consultant for the same? Can you explain the concepts of JIT and Lean Production to
them and help them apply the same in order to reduce their troubles?

Answer 1

No, sorry I can't explain..

Answer 2

JIT AND LEAN PRODUCTION

These are the techniques of lean system.

Lean system refers to the method of waste minimization during the process of production or manufacturing. There are various types of wastes that the company can reduce to achieve cost control and cost reduction.

JIT:

• JIT expands to Just In Time
• Under this system, the material is purchased exactly when required for production.
• Production will be done based on actual sales demand that is pull system.

• There are two types of JIT system which are as follows:          

                                     JIT Purchase

                                     JIT production

• Under JIT purchase, the materials are bought or purchased only when it is required for production.
• Under JIT production, the product is produced only when there is demand for the same.                      
• Toyota is well known for their effective use of this system in order to achieve cost reduction and control and eliminate any waste.

Lean Production:

• Lean production involves marketing and customer service groups.
• It focuses mainly on customers and their needs.
• It emphasis on what the customer wants.
• Every step in the production process is evaluated in terms of improving customer's experience.
• It helps in improving product design as per the desires of the customers.
• Lean production offers more flexibility.

These are the concepts of JIT and Lean production. The company can adopt any of these methods to reduce the time taken to manufacture their product.