Unit 5.2 - Operations methods

Question 1

Batch production

Answer 1

Operations method that involves producing a set of identical products, with work on each batch being fully completed before production switches to another batch, which may have slightly different specifications.

Question 2

Job production

Answer 2

Operations method that involves the output of a customised or one-off good or service which meets the specific needs of a specific customer.

Question 3

Mass customisation

Answer 3

Operations method that combines the benefits of mass production with the personalisation of job production in order to meet the individual needs and preferences of customers.

Question 4

Mass production

Answer 4

Also referred to as flow production, this operationS method involves different production processes continuously and progressively carried out in sequence, with a high volume of output of standardised products.

Question 5

Standardisation

Answer 5

This means that products are mass manufactured to an identical standard, with all output being homogeneous, e.g., particular brands of bottled water, chocolate bars, and car windscreen wipers.