Methods of Production in Business

What is the primary characteristic of job production?

• Producing large quantities of identical products

• Customising products to meet individual customer needs

• Producing goods in groups or batches

• Using automated machinery for production

Which of the following is an advantage of batch production?

• High level of customisation

• Lower unit costs due to economies of scale

• Continuous production without interruption

• High initial setup costs

What is a disadvantage of flow (mass) production?

• High labour costs

• High levels of waste

• Inflexibility in changing product design

• Low production speed

How does automation influence production?

• Increases the need for manual labour

• Reduces production speed

• Enhances efficiency and reduces errors

• Increases production costs significantly

Which method of production is most suitable for a bespoke furniture maker?

• Job production

• Batch production

• Flow production

• Mass production

What is the role of Computer Aided Design (CAD) in production?

• Automating the assembly line

• Designing products with precision and efficiency

• Managing supply chain logistics

• Reducing the need for skilled labour

Which of the following is a benefit of using robotics in production?

• Increased human error

• Higher labour costs

• Consistent quality and precision

• Reduced production speed

Why might a business choose batch production over flow production?

• To produce a large volume of identical products

• To allow for variations in product design

• To minimise production costs

• To ensure continuous production

What is a potential disadvantage of using Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM)?

• Increased production time

• High initial setup costs

• Decreased product quality

• Increased need for manual intervention

Which method of production is typically used for manufacturing cars?

• Job production

• Batch production

• Flow production

• Custom production