pom

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is the process, which combines and transforms various resources used in the production/operations subsystem of the organization into value added product/services in a controlled manner as per the policies of the organization.

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production/operations management

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defines production management as, “Production management eals with decision making related to production processes so that the resulting goods or services are produced according to specifications, in the amount and by the schedule demanded and out of minimum cost.”.

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E.S buffa

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is the term used to describe the collection of linked management tasks in manufacturing situations.

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production management

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WHO recognized the economic benefits of specialization of labor.

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adam smith

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implemented Smith’s theories and
developed scientific management. From then till 1930, many techniques were developed prevailing the traditional view.

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f.w taylor

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An organization’s _____, which is in charge of making things, is its lifeblood.

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production system

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TYPES OF PRODUCTION SYSTEM

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job shop production, batch production, mass production continuous production

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by low volume and high variety, general-purpose machines and skilled operators. Detailed planning

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job shop production

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limited quantities of products
in batches, shorter production runs with flexible machinery, setup changes between batches. lower lead times and costs

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batch production

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large- scale manufacturing of standardized products, dedicated, high-capacity machines, emphasizes efficiency, shorter cycle times, continuous material flow, and minimal in-process inventory.

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mass production

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highly automated, dedicated
equipment and a **fixed production sequence. **uninterrupted material flow using conveyors and other automated systems. Planning and scheduling are routine.

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continuous production

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OBJECTIVES OF PRODUCTION
MANAGEMENT

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right quality, right quantity, right time, right manufacturing cost

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involves planning, organizing, and controlling production to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality.

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operations management

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It requires significant investments in buildings, equipment, and infrastructure. Frequent
relocation is costly and impractical.

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plant location

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Ideal for high-volume
production;

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product playout

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Suitable for batch
production;

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process layout

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Merges process
and product layouts

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combination layout

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Used for large,
heavy products;

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fixed position layout

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Organizes similar
components

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group layout

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hospitals using process
layouts

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service facility layouts

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it reduces energy consumption, improves visibility, and enhances worker productivity and well- being.

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natural lighting

Question 21

defines “Material handling
embraces the basic operations in
connection with the movement of bulk, packaged and individual products in a semi-solid or solid state by means of gravity manually or power-actuated equipment and within the limits of individual producing, fabricating, processing or service establishment”.

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haynes

Question 22

objectives of material handling

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minimize cost
minimize delays
increase productivty
enhance safety
maximize equipment utilization
prevent material damage
reduce processs inventory costs

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to minimize excess
stock and free up capital.

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just in time (JIT)

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focuses on **minimizing costs** and improving productivity rather than increasing the number of workers (a), frequent material movement (b), or manual handling (d).

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material handling

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principles of material handling

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gravity principle unit load principle standardization principle

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Use **fixed** equipment, and **mobile** equipment

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production flow

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initial investment, **operating costs,** maintenance, and total ownership cost

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cost considerations

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temporary or permanent, continuous or intermittent, **vertical or horizontal.**

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nature of operations

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door/ceiling **dimensions,** floor conditions, structural strength, and available floor space

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engineering factors

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is a function, which aims for integrated approach towards the management of materials in an **industrial undertaking.**

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materials management

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Estimates material requirements

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Materials Planning and Control

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Handles supplier selection, negotiation, order placement, and supplier evaluation. * Ensures cost-effective procurement and maintains supplier relationships.

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Purchasing

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Manages storage, preservation, and inventory records. * Minimizes obsolescence, ensures efficient handling, and conducts stock verification.

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Stores Management

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Maintains optimal stock levels, Uses demand forecasting, safety stock, and **ABC classification**

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Inventory Control

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Other Related Activities

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Standardization: Simplification: Specifications: Value Analysis: ergonomics

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Enhances workplace design for safety, efficiency, and **worker well-being.**

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ergonomics/ human engineering

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estimating **material requirements,**budgeting for purchases, forecasting inventory levels, scheduling orders, and monitoring performance.

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material planning and control

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reduces material variety, simplifies inventory management, improves quality control, and **lowers production costs.**

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Standardization

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**seeks to change the things people use** and the environment in which they use the things to match in a better way the capabilities, **limitations and needs of people.**

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Human engineering

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by minimizing manufacturing cycle time, **reducing waste** and inventory, and eliminating non-value-added operations.

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JIT

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**eliminating waste** in the production process.

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Shigeo Shingo’s continuous improvement philosophy

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through continuous improvement programs, early defect detection, supplier collaboration, and employee **involvement in quality control.**

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JIT enhances quality

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cost reduction, quality improvement, flexibility, and enhanced productivity.

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benefits of JIT

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**quick adaptation** to engineering changes and market demands.

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JIT enhances design

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higher production flexibility, smaller batch sizes, modular designs, and a **multi-skilled workforce,**

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JIT supports

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competitive advantage by reducing costs, improving quality, and **promoting environmental sustainability**

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JIT provides business

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serves as the **nervous system,** regulates body functions, delays, inefficiencies, and resource wastage.

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Production Planning and Control (PPC)

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improves efficiency and productivity, reduces **production costs,** and improves coordination to departments. It does not increase lead time for delivery;

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Production Planning and Control

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Objectives of Production and Planning Control

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ensure a smooth and efficient production flow

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**play key roles** in maintaining a streamlined workflow, ensuring that tasks are completed on time with minimal disruptions.

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Routing and scheduling

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give 5 Parameters of PPC

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Machines & Equipment

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– Selects the most efficient production methods and determines the sequence of operations.

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Methods

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Defines the **path materials follow**,

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Process Planning (Routing)

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**key function** in Production Planning and Control (PPC) that determines the most efficient path for materials and operations

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routing

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improves production efficiency by reducing **unnecessary movements,** eliminating bottlenecks, and ensuring timely task completion

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proper routing

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Establishes **standard operation times**

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estimating

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Assigns **machine loads** based on capacity and determines start and completion times for operations.

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loading and scheduling

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**Releases work** orders and instructions to **start production.**

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dispatching

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production progress, identifies bottlenecks, and takes **corrective actions.**

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Expediting (Follow-Up)

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– Ensures quality control

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inspection

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Analyzes performance data

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evaluation

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**routing, scheduling, dispatching, **and production control

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ppc

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is related to **sales and customer analysis,** not production planning.

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Marketing research

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Operations Planning and Scheduling System

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MATERIAL REQUIREMENT PLANNING CAPACITY REQUIREMENT PLANNING

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breaks down aggregate production plans into detailed schedules, **how many of each product must be produced, **customer orders and demand forecasts,

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Master Production Schedule (MPS)

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**most efficient sequence of operations,** material movement, path raw materials take to become finished products.

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Routing

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when and in what **sequence work should be performed,**tasks are assigned appropriate time slots and **follow a logical order,**

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Scheduling

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prioritizes jobs based on their **deadlines,**

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Earliest Due Date (EDD)

Question 70

does not add any value to the product but adds to the cost of the product and hence it will cost the customer more

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material handling