The main objective of lean manufacturing is to:

A) keep labor costs as low as possible by expanding the use of other resources.

B) produce products that have fewer frills and options in order to simplify the production process and keep costs as low as possible.

C) produce goods using less of all types of resources.

D) get state and local governments to handle many of the tasks currently performed by the firm.

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Fernanda Nicholson

Business

18 February, 08:40

The main objective of lean manufacturing is to:

A) keep labor costs as low as possible by expanding the use of other resources.

B) produce products that have fewer frills and options in order to simplify the production process and keep costs as low as possible.

C) produce goods using less of all types of resources.

D) get state and local governments to handle many of the tasks currently performed by the firm.

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Dustin Kirk · Answer 1

Answer: Option B

Explanation: In simple words, lean manufacturing refers to the manufacturing process in which the production firm focuses on minimizing the waste that occurs in the production process and also increases the productivity at the same time.

This system was first implemented in Japanese manufacturing industry and lead to decrease in cost of production significantly. Such kinds of manufacturing is highly evident in industries prancing goods such as clothes, shoes etc.

This strategy also decreases the production cycles and increase the respond time of the firm to the market.