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Production processes key terms
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Production processes
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Job production
A production method where each item is produced individually to meet specific customer requirements, typically low volume and high cost per unit.
Job production
A production method where each item is produced individually or in very small batches, allowing for high customization and flexibility.
Kaizen
Kaizen is a Japanese term meaning ‘continuous improvement’; in business it refers to small, incremental changes that collectively enhance productivity and quality.
Efficiency
The ratio of useful output to the total input used in a process, indicating how well resources are utilised.
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