Question 1: Discuss how Ford's flow line and the TPS relate to the theory of cumulative capabilities and swift and even flow (Schmenner and Swink, 1998).

Question 2: Explain the significance of the five principles of Lean.

Question 3: Interpret the rock and river analogy with reference to laws and theory.

Question 4: Critically evaluate the batch size cost model and the alternative buffering model.

Question 5: Choose lean tools to support system flow and the reduction in wasteful variability.

Question 6: Evaluate the importance of Kanban signaling to the TPS.

Question 7: Discuss why pull is superior to push control.

Question 8: Critically discuss how Kanban supports both JIT and Judoka, the two pillars of the TPS house.