Methods of Production - Cell production 2.4.1

Cell production - A form of flow production whereby the production line is split into a series of self contained cells which teams in these cells work together to create one unit of output.

Each cell takes responsibility for the production of complete units of output.

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The members of the cell work as a team to achieve goals and ensure quality standards are met.

Cell production often leads to increased productivity due to:

• Increased motivation (team spirit and added responsibility)
• Specialisation (the process of concentrating on and becoming expert in a particular subject or skill)

 

CELL PRODUCTION
ADVANTAGES	DISADVANTAGES
Increases quality, teamwork and motivation	Depends on staff being well trained or experts in their role