Flow production

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Flow production

Advantages

  • Very low unit costs due to economies of scale.
  • Output can be produced very quickly.
  • Modern plant and machines can allow some flexibility.
  • Production speed can vary according to demand.
  • less need for training.

Disadvantages

  • Products may be too standardised
  • Huge set-up costs before production can begin.
  • Worker motivation can be very low- repetitive tasks.
  • Breaks in production can be very expensive.

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