CPIM Practice Exam

Which priority control technique communicates job scheduling to manufacturing departments?

1. Operational sequencing

2. Dispatching

3. Priority control

4. Resource allocation

The correct answer is: Operational sequencing

The priority control technique that specifically communicates job scheduling to manufacturing departments is primarily referred to as dispatching. This process involves providing instructions for when and how jobs should be processed on the shop floor, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently to meet production schedules. Dispatching includes issuing work orders, prioritizing tasks, and providing details about job sequences. It plays a crucial role in the flow of production by ensuring that different departments understand the job priorities and scheduling requirements, thus facilitating smooth operations on the manufacturing floor. While operational sequencing is important for determining the order in which tasks should be performed, it does not directly communicate job scheduling as effectively as dispatching does. Additionally, priority control pertains more generally to the overall management of jobs based on priority rather than the specifics of how and when jobs are communicated to departments. Resource allocation focuses on ensuring that the necessary resources are available for production but does not specifically address the scheduling aspect.