Customers Quote by Eliyahu M. Goldratt
“If we reduce batch sizes by half, we also reduce by half the time it will take to process a batch. That means we reduce queue and wait by half as well. Reduce those by half, and we reduce by about half the total time parts spend in the plant. Reduce the time parts spend in the plant and our total lead time condenses. And with faster turn-around on orders, customers get their orders faster.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Goal by Eliyahu M. Goldratt, 1984
Halving batch size cuts processing, queue, and overall lead time, speeding order fulfillment for customers.
In simple terms: Smaller batches speed up production and delivery.
Key Takeaway
Reduce batch size to cut lead time.
Themes
operations
efficiency
lead time
customer satisfaction
Mood
analytical
focused
Type
business
process
When to use this quote
- manufacturing
- logistics
- order fulfillment
- inventory management
Key Concepts
Theory of Constraints
process optimization
Questions to Reflect On
- How does batch size affect flexibility?
- What trade‑offs exist between speed and cost?
A Different Perspective
If demand spikes, smaller batches may increase setup costs.
