Production Productivity Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is production productivity?
Production productivity refers to the efficiency of production processes, measured as the ratio of output to input.
True or False: Higher productivity means more output is produced with the same amount of resources.
True
Fill in the blank: Productivity can be increased by reducing ________ in the production process.
waste
What is the formula for calculating productivity?
Productivity = Output / Input
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors can affect production productivity?
All of the above (technology, labor skills, and management practices)
What role does technology play in production productivity?
Technology can enhance productivity by automating processes and increasing efficiency.
True or False: Labor skills have no impact on production productivity.
False
What is meant by ‘input’ in the context of production productivity?
Input refers to the resources used in the production process, such as labor, materials, and capital.
Fill in the blank: An increase in production productivity typically leads to ________ costs.
lower
Multiple Choice: Which measure is commonly used to assess productivity in manufacturing?
Output per labor hour
What is the relationship between productivity and profitability?
Higher productivity often leads to increased profitability due to lower costs and higher output.
True or False: Only large companies can achieve high levels of productivity.
False
What is ‘lean manufacturing’?
Lean manufacturing is a methodology that focuses on minimizing waste while maximizing productivity.
Fill in the blank: Continuous ________ is essential for maintaining high productivity levels.
improvement
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a way to improve productivity?
Increasing unnecessary overhead
What does ‘efficiency’ mean in the context of production productivity?
Efficiency refers to the optimal use of resources to achieve the highest output.
True or False: Productivity can only be measured in terms of physical goods produced.
False
What is the impact of employee motivation on productivity?
Higher employee motivation typically leads to increased productivity.
Fill in the blank: Productivity improvements can lead to enhanced ________ in the marketplace.
competitiveness
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common productivity metric?
Total output per employee
What is the significance of benchmarking in productivity?
Benchmarking allows organizations to compare their productivity against industry standards or best practices.
True or False: Productivity improvement is a one-time effort.
False
What does the term ‘capacity utilization’ refer to?
Capacity utilization refers to the extent to which a company uses its production capacity.
Fill in the blank: Effective ________ management can enhance productivity by optimizing resource allocation.
project
