Abstract

The case discusses the dilemma of a furniture manufacturer that he faces in striking a balance between the production of customized and standardized products. It also examines the various factors that affect the plant layout in such a condition. It also throws light on the various policy decisions that need to be considered when finalizing the design of the plant layout.

Learning Objectives

The case is structured to achieve the following Learning Objectives:

• Difference in plant layouts for standardized and customized products.

Keywords

dilemma, furniture manufacturer, striking, balance, production, customized, standardized products, plant layout, condition, policy decisions, considered