Principles Of Operations Management
Principles Of Operations Management
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ISBN: 9780135173930
Author: RENDER, Barry, HEIZER, Jay, Munson, Chuck
Publisher: Pearson,
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Chapter 9, Problem 8DQ
Summary Introduction

To explain: The advantages and disadvantages of work cells.

Introduction:

Work cell:

A work cell in manufacturing is the arrangement of resources to excel in quality, speed and minimize the cost of a process. They are formed to increase process flow and eliminate waste.

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