APICS CPIM Exam - Topic 2 Question 96 Discussion

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Question #: 96
Topic #: 2

Currently, there is a trend towards more specialization in manufacturing whereby a factory specializes in a narrow product mix for a niche market. Generally, focused factories are thought to be more effectively and economically than more complex factories, the reason being that:

Arepetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

BThe focused factory may be a ''factory within a factory,'' an area in an existing factory set aside to specialize in a narrow product mix

Cspecialization has the disadvantage of inflexibility

DAll of these

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Carlton

9 months ago

Totally agree, A makes the most sense here!

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Josephine

9 months ago

Wait, is specialization really that beneficial? Sounds risky!

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Refugia

9 months ago

A focused factory can really streamline production.

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Donette

10 months ago

I think option C is a valid point though.

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Eloisa

10 months ago

Specialization really boosts efficiency!

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Lenora

10 months ago

I’m leaning towards D because it seems like all the options could be relevant to the advantages of focused factories.

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Tyra

10 months ago

I’m a bit confused about C; I thought specialization usually meant more flexibility in certain contexts.

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Leanora

10 months ago

I feel like I've seen a question similar to this before, and I think B could be a strong contender since it talks about focused factories.

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Alisha

11 months ago

I remember studying how specialization can lead to efficiency, so I think A makes sense, but I'm not entirely sure.

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Rima

11 months ago

Ah, this is a good one. The question is really getting at the core benefits of specialization in manufacturing. I feel confident that option A captures the main reason why focused factories are more effective.

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Delsie

11 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The key is that focused factories can take advantage of specialization, which allows the workforce and management to become more efficient and effective. I'll select option A.

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Ruby

11 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question about the advantages of specialization in manufacturing. I'll focus on understanding the key points about repetition, concentration, and specialization.

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Soledad

11 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The options seem to cover different aspects, but I'm not sure which one is the best answer. I'll need to carefully read through the question and options again.

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Pearlene

11 months ago

Ah, I remember learning about this! Administrators use a look-up field to create a junction object. The options of look-up, formula, and master-detail make sense, but look-up is the correct choice here.

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Alana

1 year ago

Specialization is the key to success these days. I bet the factory managers are laughing all the way to the bank!

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Bo

1 year ago

D) All of these

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Franklyn

1 year ago

B) The focused factory may be a ''factory within a factory,'' an area in an existing factory set aside to specialize in a narrow product mix

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Rasheeda

1 year ago

A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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Kiley

1 year ago

All of these seem to be true, so I'm going with option D. Specialization is the way to go for modern manufacturing.

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Casie

1 year ago

True, but overall I think the benefits of specialization outweigh the disadvantages.

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Rueben

1 year ago

Specialization does have its drawbacks though, like being less flexible to changes in demand.

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Tequila

1 year ago

I think having a focused factory within a larger one can really streamline production.

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Ben

1 year ago

I agree, specialization definitely allows for more efficiency and expertise.

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Jules

1 year ago

C'mon, how is option C correct? Specialization may reduce flexibility, but the advantages clearly outweigh that drawback.

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Burma

1 year ago

D) All of these

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Cortney

1 year ago

A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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Skye

1 year ago

I think option B is the correct answer. Focused factories can be a dedicated section within a larger factory setup.

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Janna

1 year ago

Definitely option A. Specialization allows for more efficient processes and better utilization of resources.

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Dan

1 year ago

That's true, having a specialized area can really streamline production.

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Amber

1 year ago

B) The focused factory may be a 'factory within a factory,' an area in an existing factory set aside to specialize in a narrow product mix

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Reita

1 year ago

I agree, specialization definitely leads to more efficient processes.

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Hoa

1 year ago

A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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Gwenn

1 year ago

I'm not so sure. I think the answer might be D) All of these, because specialization can also lead to inflexibility in the long run.

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Hildegarde

1 year ago

I agree with Willard. Focusing on a narrow product mix can definitely help improve efficiency and effectiveness in manufacturing.

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Willard

1 year ago

I think the answer is A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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