Posted: July 20th, 2016

The single-minute exchange of die is a system for reducing defective product. True False?

43. A successful conversion to a lean system requires that every vendor use lean approaches prior to the organization’s implementation.
True False
FALSE
Successful conversion to a lean system tends to require a more cooperative relationship with vendors.
44. The single-minute exchange of die is a system for reducing defective product.
True False
FALSE
Single-minute exchange of die reduces setup costs and therefore lot sizes.
45. In a balanced system, cycle time is equal to Takt time.
True False
TRUE
Takt time is equal to cycle time in a balanced system.
46. It is important to lower the water (inventory) completely to expose all the rocks (problems).
True False
FALSE
Inventory only needs to be lowered modestly to expose the most pressing problems. Over time, with subsequent reductions, all problems will be uncovered.
47. Successful lean implementation requires much more than slogans and idealistic goals such as zero inventories and zero defects.
True False
TRUE
Lean represents a fundamental shift in the philosophy of the organization, requiring changes in a wide variety of areas.
48. Lean concepts include large lots to take advantage of the economies of scale.
True False
FALSE
Lean concepts include small lots to avoid holding costs and associated wastes.
49. Value-stream mapping is concerned strictly with the flow of materials through a production system.
True False
FALSE