Year 11 - Using and Managing Resources Flashcards
Transformation
A set of inputs are turned in to outputs.
Job Production
When just one of a product is produced, using skills. Certain to customer requirements usually.
Batch Production
Producing different groups of a core product from similar inputs.
Flow Production
A product being assembled/built as it moves along a production line.
Process Production
A product is made through a process e.g baking.
Division of Labour
Dividing work and workers up to specialise on a particular task.
Specialisation
When a worker concentrates on a particular task.
Unique Selling Point
Factor that makes the business or product stand out.
Adding Value
Making a product worth more to a customer.
Specialisation
When a worker is used for a specific job.
Lean Production
Minimising the use of all inputs necessary for production.
Just in Time
Materials/components arrive just as needed.
Quality
A product up to standard.
Total Quality Management
Everyone responsible for quality.
Kaizen
Continuous improvement.
