methods of production 2

• there are 3 methods of production that can be used

  • job
  • batch
  • flow
• Job production - this is when each product it made individually one at a time

  This works best for unique, one off products where each customer has specific needs
• advantages of job production

  • products are able to be customised
  • generally the products are very high quality
  • able to have personalised service and the business can build strong customer relations
• disadvantages of job production

  • because its all customised it comes at a higher cost
  • generally take up more time
• Batch production - products are made in groups or batches

  generally batch production is quicker than JOB
• advantages of batch production

  • very cost efficient
  • offers a good balance between customisation and efficiency
  • easy to implement quality control
• disadvantages of batch production

  • high set up costs
  • less customisation
  • longer lead time
• flow production - when businesses produce huge quantities of identical goods in a factories with specialised machinery
• advantages of flow production

  • very efficient and productive
  • lower comparative costs
  • consistent quality
  • quick product turnaround
• disadvantages of flow production

  • lack of customisation
  • high initial set up cost
  • limited flexibility with products
  • the process heavily relies on machinery