APICS Exam CPIM-ECO Topic 2 Question 81 Discussion

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Question #: 81
Topic #: 2

Mixed-model scheduling results in which of the following benefits:

AImproved efficiency

BLess headcount required

CLower finished goods inventory

DIncreased forecast accuracy

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Suggested Answer: C

by Dorothy at Feb 12, 2024, 04:44 PM

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5 months ago

That's true, but the benefits of improved efficiency and lower inventory levels outweigh the drawbacks of increased setup times.

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6 months ago

But doesn't it also require more frequent changeovers and thus, increased setup times?

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6 months ago

Yes, by producing smaller batches of multiple models, we can reduce the amount of finished goods sitting in inventory.

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6 months ago

I believe it also leads to lower finished goods inventory.

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6 months ago

I agree, with mixed-model scheduling we can utilize resources more effectively.

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6 months ago

I think mixed-model scheduling results in improved efficiency.

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