EBK PRINCIPLES OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
EBK PRINCIPLES OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
10th Edition
ISBN: 8220102744059
Author: HEIZER
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 9, Problem 5DQ
Summary Introduction

To explain: The advantages and disadvantages of product layout.

Introduction:

Product layout:

In a product layout the workstations and equipment needed are placed along the assembly lines. Work units are moved along in a line by a conveyor.

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