Spencer, Michael S.; Rogers, Dale S.; Daugherty, Patricia J. - In: International Journal of Operations & Production Management 14 (1994) 6, pp. 60-74
Just‐in‐time (JIT) systems have evolved from a few selected implementations in the automobile industry into a widespread business practice. Early understanding of JIT models indicated that JIT can reduce inventory in the production system through the elimination of wasteful activities. This...