Which of the following benefits is not typically associated with a move to a just$-$in$-$time $($JIT$)$ manufacturing system?

Multiple Choice

Raw materials are delivered as close as possible to time of production.

Reduction in employee training and education costs.

Existence of long$-$term contracts with selected suppliers.

Improved customer$-$response time $($CRT$).$

Decreases in manufacturing lead time.