Asked by Rachel Tweedy on Jun 29, 2024
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Why are organizations changing from batch (large) shipments to just-in-time (JIT) shipments?
Just-In-Time (JIT) Shipments
A logistics strategy where materials and products are delivered exactly when needed for production or sale, minimizing inventory levels and storage costs.
- Acquire knowledge of the foundational ideas in operations management.
- Identify the key decisions involved in the operations of manufacturing and service industries.
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Final Answer :
Organizations are switching to JIT shipments because inventory requires a large financial investment, and impedes the responsiveness to changes in the marketplace.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of the foundational ideas in operations management.
- Identify the key decisions involved in the operations of manufacturing and service industries.