Figure 14-4 Strategies for Flexing Capacity to Match Demand

• Stretch time, labor, facilities and equipment

• Cross-train employees

• Hire part-time employees

• Request overtime work from employees

• Rent or share facilities

• Rent or share equipment

• Subcontract or outsource activities

• Perform maintenance renovations

• Schedule vacations

• Schedule employee training

• Lay off employees

Demand Too High

Demand Too Low

Flex Capacity

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