Operations Management: Processes and Supply Chains (12th Edition) (What's New in Operations Management)
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Author: Lee J. Krajewski, Manoj K. Malhotra, Larry P. Ritzman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 4VC
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Interpretation: The benefits of leveling aggregate demand by having a portfolio of products that creates a 365-day demand are to be identified.
Concept Introduction: Demand leveling is one of the steps in the Toyota Production Systems towards a leaner and leaner management. This consists of reducing the peaks and depressions of demand to create a uniform and smooth flow of the production process.
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Operations Management: Processes and Supply Chains (12th Edition) (What's New in Operations Management)
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