Which of the following is true for process layouts, but false for product-oriented layouts?

A) low in-process inventories
B) flexibility in equipment and labour assignments
C) low variety of products
D) high volume of output
E) often solved by assembly line balancing

Process Layouts

A facility arrangement where similar activities or functions are grouped together, based on process or function, typical in batch production or flexible manufacturing environments.

Product-oriented Layouts

Layouts designed to streamline production by arranging equipment and processes in sequences that align with the product flow.

In-process Inventories

Goods and materials that are currently within the manufacturing process but not yet completed.