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8-Disciplines Problem Solving
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Categories of the Process Function
•A Process is the flow by which raw materials are converted into finished goods.
•Processes fall into one of the following categories:
–Work: Assembly, disassembly, alter shape or quality
–Inspection: Comparison with a standard
–Transportation: A change of location
–Delay: Time during which no work, transportation or inspection takes place
°Process Delays :Lot does not move until last item finished in process
°Lot Delays:  lot delayed in order to maintain 100, 99, 98 ... 2,1,0