Long setup times enable a manufacturer to have frequent changeovers and move toward single-piece flow, thus achieving high flexibility and product variety.

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Long setup times actually hinder a manufacturer's ability to have frequent changeovers and move toward single-piece flow, which limits flexibility and product variety. Short setup times are preferred for achieving high flexibility and variety.

Long Setup Times Enable a Manufacturer to Have Frequent Changeovers