$1.$ Which type of production processing$$job shop, batch, repetitive, or continuous$$is the primary mode of operation at Stickley Furniture? Why? What other type of processing is used to a lesser extent? Explain.

$2.$ How does management keep track of job status and location during production?

$3.$ Suppose the company has just received an order for $40$mission oak dining room sets. Briefly list the kinds of information the company will need to plan, schedule, and process this job.

$4.$ What benefits and what problems would you expect given the company$$s level production policy?

$5.$ Can you suggest any changes that might be beneficial to the$$company$$