Question

Which of the following is falseregarding the links between JIT and quality?

A. Inventory hides bad quality; JIT immediately exposes it.
B. JIT reduces the number of potential sources of error by shrinking queues and lead times.
C. As quality improves, fewer inventory buffers are needed; in turn, JIT performs better.
D. If consistent quality exists, JIT allows firms to reduce all costs associated with inventory.
E. All of the above are true.

Answer 1

All the listed statements (A-D) about the relationship between Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory systems and quality are true, making E (all of the above are true) the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question asks which statement is false regarding the links between Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory systems and quality. After evaluating the options given, all statements from A to D highlight recognized benefits or aspects of JIT systems with respect to quality management, thereby making option E the correct answer since all of the provided options are actually true statements about JIT and quality.

• Inventory hides bad quality; JIT immediately exposes it.
• JIT reduces the number of potential sources of error by shrinking queues and lead times.
• As quality improves, fewer inventory buffers are needed; in turn, JIT performs better.
• If consistent quality exists, JIT allows firms to reduce all costs associated with inventory.

Option E states that all of the above are true, which is the correct assessment of the relationship between JIT and quality as provided by the statements.

Answer 2

E. All of the above are true.

Step-by-step explanation:

A just-in-time inventory management model eliminates the need to hold raw materials in store. Materials ordered are taken straight to the production line. JIT reduces inventory management costs and wastage.

As inventory will not be stored, any poor quality deliveries will are identified on arrival . JIT's success depends on the availability of reliable suppliers. If successfully implemented, a company does not require to hold any buffers stock, thereby reducing inventory costs. Reliable suppliers help reduce lead time; a business will only order when it needs inventory.