Production Methods Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four methods of production?
A
One-off production
Batch production
Mass production
Continuous production
2
Q
What is one-off production?
A
This is when a single unit or product is made
Eg prototyping
3
Q
What is batch production?
A
More than one unit is produced at a time in a set or batch
Eg furniture items
4
Q
What is mass production?
A
Mass production is products produced in large volumes in factories with high level of automation
5
Q
What is continuous production?
A
A continuous production line is run non-stop, 24hours a day, 7 days a week, manufacturing products to meet a constant demand
