What is the reorder quantity and reorder point for Tegdiws? (Round your answers to the nearest whole number.)     b. What is the inventory control system for Widgets? (Round your answer to the nearest whole number.)   Note:- Do not provide handwritten solution. Maintain accuracy and quality in your answer. Take care of plagiarism. Answer completely. You will get up vote for sure.

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Jill's Job Shop buys two parts (Tegdiws and Widgets) for use in its production system from two different suppliers. The parts are needed throughout the entire 52-week year. Tegdiws are used at a relatively constant rate and are ordered whenever the remaining quantity drops to the reorder level. Widgets are ordered from a supplier who stops by every two weeks. Data for both products are as follows:

ITEM TEGDIW WIDGET
Annual demand   7,000     10,000  
Holding cost (% of item cost)   30 %   30 %
Setup or order cost $ 190.00   $ 10.00  
Lead time   7 weeks   2 week
Safety stock   45 units   9 units
Item cost $ 5   $ 6  
 


a. What is the reorder quantity and reorder point for Tegdiws? (Round your answers to the nearest whole number.)

 

 



b. What is the inventory control system for Widgets? (Round your answer to the nearest whole number.)

 

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  • Do not provide handwritten solution. Maintain accuracy and quality in your answer. Take care of plagiarism.
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  • You will get up vote for sure.
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