Title: Explain the goals of lean manufacturing.
Course: Manufacturing Systems II, Advanced (13002-II) > Section: Understanding Manufacturing

Explanation should include

- improving on-time deliveries
- reducing product cycle time
- reducing total product cost
- reducing customer lead time
- reducing inventories
- reducing waste.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What effect does a reduction in inventory have on a company's bottom line?
- How has manufacturing evolved in the last decade?
- How has technology made manufacturing more efficient?