Under a just-in-time manufacturing system, large quantities of inventory are accumulated throughout the factory to be certain that needed components are available each time that they are needed.

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Just-in-time manufacturing is a lean manufacturing approach where inventory is kept at a minimum level, and components are only ordered and received as needed in the production process. This approach aims to reduce waste and improve efficiency by precisely matching supply with demand. Therefore, large quantities of inventory are not accumulated.

Under a Just-In-Time Manufacturing System, Large Quantities of Inventory Are