3.1 Production processes

• What are production processes used for?

  Transform inputs into outputs
• Which production method uses batches to create similar products?

  Batch production
• What is the primary goal of production processes in a business?

  Efficiently meet customer needs
• Flow production offers high flexibility in product variety.

  False
• Batch production is more flexible than flow production but less efficient
• Match the concept with its definition:

  Production Planning ↔️ Resource allocation

  Production Control ↔️ Quality control
• Quality control focuses on preventing defects before production begins.

  False
• What is the purpose of ISO 9000 standards?

  Ensure high-quality products
• What is a key feature of Job Production in terms of customization level?

  High
• Order the production process types from highest to lowest customization level.

  1️⃣ Job Production

  2️⃣ Batch Production

  3️⃣ Flow Production
• Production processes transform inputs into outputs
• Batch Production is suitable for bakeries and clothing manufacturers
• Order the key activities in Production Planning.

  1️⃣ Forecasting

  2️⃣ Resource allocation

  3️⃣ Scheduling
• Quality Assurance focuses on preventing defects through planning and procedures
• Quality Assurance occurs during the production process.

  False
• What is one example of sustainable energy sources used in production?

  Solar energy
• What is one example of a technological advancement in modern production?

  Automated testing
• Job production involves creating unique products to specific customer requirements
• Match the production process with its key feature:

  Job Production ↔️ High customization

  Batch Production ↔️ Medium scale

  Flow Production ↔️ Standardized products
• What is the scale of production in job production?

  Small
• Order the production methods from highest to lowest customization level:

  1️⃣ Job Production

  2️⃣ Batch Production

  3️⃣ Flow Production
• Production control ensures timely delivery by monitoring progress.


  True
• What is the goal of quality management in production?

  Meet customer expectations
• Quality assurance aims to prevent defects through planning and procedures
• What is the level of flexibility in flow production?

  Low
• Flow Production results in standardized products made in large quantities
• Batch Production continuously manufactures standardized products.

  False
• What is the scale of production in Job Production?

  Small
• Flow Production offers medium flexibility and medium customization.

  False
• Production Control includes activities like quality control and rescheduling.


  True
• What is the primary focus of Quality Control in production?

  Identifying and correcting defects
• Lean manufacturing reduces waste and improves productivity
• Innovation in production reduces costs and enhances quality
• Flow production allows for high levels of product customization.

  False
• Production processes transform raw materials, labor, and capital into goods or services
• What is the purpose of production planning?

  Meet demand with resources
• Batch Production involves making unique products to specific customer requirements.

  False
• Which production process involves making unique products to specific customer requirements?

  Job Production
• Match the production process with its key feature:

  Job Production ↔️ Unique products to order

  Batch Production ↔️ Products made in batches

  Flow Production ↔️ Standardized products in large quantities
• What is a primary characteristic of Job Production in terms of cost?

  High