Considerations important in converting traditional mode

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JIT seems to be one of the most popular subjects for the operations managers. Some are a bit skeptical at first, but most are fascinated by this Japanese approach to repetitive production.

It has been said by some Japanese that the system has its roots in Henry Ford's assembly line. In fact, some interesting parallels and comparisons can be made between JIT systems and production lines.

Perhaps the most challenging aspect of JIT is what it does for the operations and productivity.

It is important that we understand the difference between romantic JIT and pragmatic JIT because many times we can fall into the same trap that the senior management has fallen into. We may also see JIT as a quick fix to many problems without realizing that there are no quick and easy solutions to these problems. It needs to be stressed that it may take years to perfect a JIT system by implementing various techniques related to machine changeovers, layout design, product simplification, quality training and preventive maintenance.

In 300 words or more answer the follwoing questions:

1. Outline the considerations important in converting a traditional mode ( Inventory Management) of operations to a JIT system.

2. List some of the obstacles (I call them challenges) that might be encountered when converting to a JIT system.

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