A Feasibility Study of JIT Purchasing Implementation in a Manufacturing Facility

Abstract

The just‐in‐time (JIT) purchasing system has been demonstrated as a mechanism to reduce inventory carrying cost and improve the quality of incoming materials. One major limitation of the JIT purchasing system is that it demands a major change in people′s attitudes and work habits. While leading an organisation towards the complete implementation of a JIT system, management must have creative and innovative ideas to ensure co‐operation of all concerned. A feasibility study of implementing a JIT purchasing system conducted in a large manufacturing plant is reported.

Citation

Gupta, Y.P. (1990), "A Feasibility Study of JIT Purchasing Implementation in a Manufacturing Facility", International Journal of Operations & Production Management, Vol. 10 No. 1, pp. 31-41. https://doi.org/10.1108/01443579010139247