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Production methods (Job production (Advantages ( The mark-up is likely to…
Production methods
Job production
is a production method normally associated with the highest end of the market, where the emphasis is on quality and originality, and the producer can charge premium prices
market-oriented, with the client deciding precisely what the product should be
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Disadvantages
This production method can be expensive, requiring skilled workers and non- standardized materials.
It is likely to be time consuming, as there is much more consultation with the client than when using other production methods.
There is a possibility that the product might fail because of the lack of knowledge of the client. This may reflect badly on the business.
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Batch production
associated with the middle of the market,
where the emphasis is on quality and affordability.
market-oriented; customers are offered customized products, but using a range of standardized options.
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Disadvantages
Businesses may lose production time as machines are recalibrated and/or retooled ( this is known as down time) .
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Mass production
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Advantages
Once set up, the system needs little maintenance.
The business can cater or large orders, thereby
achieving considerable economies of scale.
Disadvantages
Breakdowns are costly, as the whole
assembly line may have to stop.
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