The fourth step in Theory of Constraints application, "elevate the bottleneck(s)," means that the analyst should:
A) create a schedule that maximizes the throughput of the bottlenecks.
B) repeat the analysis process to look for other bottlenecks.
C) consider increasing capacity of the bottleneck.
D) schedule non-bottleneck resources to support the bottleneck.

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Elevating the bottleneck means increasing its capacity to match or exceed the demand placed upon it. This can be accomplished by adding resources, upgrading equipment, or altering processes. The other options (A, B, and D) may be part of the overall plan but are not the primary focus of elevating the bottleneck.

The Fourth Step in Theory of Constraints Application, "Elevate the Bottleneck(s)