(12 pts) Each part is independent. (a) (7 pts) Lean production does not stop at a company's...
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(12 pts) Each part is independent. (a) (7 pts) Lean production does not stop at a company's door. To have a completely lean system, lean companies must have good operational relationships with their suppliers. Describe in detail the key features in the supplier-customer relationship for lean producers. Explain how you would go about getting suppliers to cooperate in creating a lean supply chain - what specific things would you do to get supplier cooperation. Why are these relationships necessary to achieve a lean production system, and how do they benefit both parties? (b) (5 pts) Events in recent years, such as Covid, earthquakes, wars, have disrupted many supply chains, and companies that were not well-prepared suffered considerably. Lean supply chains are known to operate with minimal inventory, and so they appear to be especially vulnerable to disruptions. Explain how lean businesses should construct their supply chains in order to be resilient and reliable, without creating excessive inventories (waste).
International Marketing And Export Management
ISBN: 9781292016924
8th Edition
Authors: Gerald Albaum , Alexander Josiassen , Edwin Duerr