In: Operations Management
The figure above demonstrates a production process layout with eight machines. The table below shows their hourly productivity.
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
F |
G |
H |
14 units/hr |
14 units/hr |
11 units/hr |
13 units/hr |
5 units/hr |
12 units/hr |
10 units/hr |
10 units/hr |
How many units can this system produce in 874 hours if the productivity of machine B is increased to 19 units/hr? Please round your answer UP and do not use any units!
Answer: E produces 5 units per hour, which is the lowest among all activities (Bottleneck process)
Hence, the capacity of system is 5 units per hour
The output in 874 hours will be 874*5= 4370 units (there will be no change w.r.t change in Machine B)