Methods of Production

• Production


  The transformation of raw materials components and processes into finished goods
• Job production


  • Manufacturing process where the business produces unique one off items to the exact requirements of the customer
  • e.g. wedding dresses
• Batch production


  • Producing a group of identical products at the same time
  • e.g. bread
• Flow production


  • Producing many copies of items very quickly
• Cell production


  • Workstations and equipment are arranged in a sequence that supports a smooth flow of materials and components through the production process