Just-in-time production

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf manufacturing methodology
gptkbp:aimsTo increase efficiency
eliminate waste
reduce inventory costs
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs gptkb:JIT
gptkbp:benefit improved cash flow
lower inventory holding costs
higher product quality
gptkbp:category manufacturing
operations management
supply chain management
gptkbp:challenge requires precise scheduling
requires strong supplier relationships
vulnerability to supply chain delays
gptkbp:contrastsWith just-in-case production
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:Toyota
gptkbp:focusesOn minimizing lead time
streamlining production processes
gptkbp:hasCompany gptkb:Dell
gptkb:Toyota
gptkb:Harley-Davidson
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Just-in-time production
gptkbp:influencedBy lean manufacturing
gptkbp:originatedIn gptkb:Japan
gptkbp:popularizedBy 1970s
gptkbp:principle produce only what is needed
produce in the amount needed
produce when it is needed
gptkbp:reduces work-in-process inventory
storage costs
gptkbp:relatedTo continuous improvement
total quality management
kanban system
gptkbp:requires efficient logistics
accurate demand forecasting
reliable suppliers
flexible workforce
gptkbp:riskFactor supply chain disruptions
production stoppages
gptkbp:usedIn automotive industry
electronics industry
retail industry
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Toyota_Production_System
gptkb:Kanban
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6