Costing Mcqs - 4: Just-In-Time (Jit) Needed
Costing Mcqs - 4: Just-In-Time (Jit) Needed
3. Which of the following terms is more closely related to identifying and correcting problems as they occur?
a. Kaizen.
b. Kanban.
c. Plan-do-check-action.
d. Jidoka.
Ans. d
Solution:
Jidoka is one of the two pillars of the Toyota Production System along with just-in-time. Jidoka highlights
the causes of problems because work stops immediately when a problem first occurs. This leads to
improvements in the processes that build in quality by eliminating the root causes of defects.
1) Just-In-Time
- JIT is a pull type signaling system. In this system, production originates only when an order is received
- The main principle of JIT is to produce when and what is needed. It also considers the quantity needed.
- JIT (Just-In-Time) aims at eliminating wastage of labour, time and cost of excessive inventory.
2) Kanban
- Kanban is a pull type signaling system. In this system, material is released for production only on
customer's demand.
- Kanban system is suitable for lean production. According to this system, demand driven systems have
faster turn around in production and have lower inventory levels.
7. Which Japanese company is widely credited with the development of such manufacturing techniques as
flexible manufacturing, Kaizen and Kanban?
a. Honda
b. Toyota
c. Nissan
d. Mazda
Ans. b
10. Which phase of 5 S are you in when you clean machines, windows, floors, etc.
a. Sort
b. Set-in-order
c. Shine
d. Standardize
e. Sustain
Ans. c
Solution:
The Shine stage of 5S focuses on cleaning up the work area, which means sweeping, mopping, dusting,
wiping down surfaces, putting tools and materials away, etc.
In addition to basic cleaning, Shine also involves performing regular maintenance on equipment and
machinery. Planning for maintenance ahead of time means businesses can catch problems and prevent
breakdowns. That means less wasted time and no loss of profits related to work stoppages.