Q. Suppose a switch assembly is assembled in batches of 4 units from an "upstream" assembly area also delivered in a special container to a "downstream" control-panel assembly operation. The control-panel assembly area requires 5 switch assemblies per hour. The switch assembly area can produce a container of switch assemblies in 2 hours also safety stock has been set at 10 percent of needed inventory.
Q. Explain how might principles of scientific management be useful to Springs Industries? Explain how about the quantitative approach?