Identify and discuss some of the main elements of lean thinking and‘just-in-time

1) Identify and discuss some of the main elements of lean thinking and‘just-in-time’ (JIT).

2) How can these concepts be used for effective planning and control of an operation?

3) How are these two concepts different from the Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) system?

4) How can these differences be overcome to achieve the benefits of both lean thinking/JIT and an MRP system?

Provide example (s) from real companies that support your statements

Word Count: 650

Deadline: Friday 21st November

Note that this assignment contains 4 questions, make sure you reply to all. You can skip introduction in order to write theoretical content.

Use at least two peer reviewed journal articles