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The Cups Game

The Cups Game

This activity was designed by Peter Jackson. It illustrates the difference between push and pull production. It is also effective in demonstrating the advantages of small lot manufacturing. This activity makes a very convincing argument for just-in-time production and has converted many skeptics.
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stem education, workforce development, technician training, advanced technological education
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Material Type:
Reference Material
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 18, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
July 18, 2016
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Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
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Website
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Language:
English
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No
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Unknown
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