Which one of the following is not an effective or attractive way to try to reduc
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Question
Which one of the following is not an effective or attractive way to try to reduce manufacturing costs per pair produced at a particular plant? Investing in one or more plant upgrades Actions to improve worker productivity Actions to reduce the reject rate Cutting expenditures for Six Sigma/TQM programs to bare minimum levels (no more than $500,000 per year) Actions to operate the company's plants close to or at full-capacity, perhaps by trying to win private-label contracts and use whatever plant capacity exists after producing the desired number of branded pairs to supply private-label footwear to chain retailersExplanation / Answer
Correct Answer:
Cutting expenditures for six sigma / TQM programs to bare minimum level (No more than $500,000 per year)
Explanation:
It can hinder the process of waste reduction. Thus, manufacturing cost may not come down. Other options given in the question will help in improving productivity, thus, reducing manufacturing cost.