8. Explain the concept of cycle tim

8. Explain the concept of cycle time and how it affects output. Give an example.

Cycle time is the maximum production time at any workstation on the line. One product is moved from one station to the next every cycle time. One unit will be finished on the line every cycle time. The cycle time has an inverse relationship with the production rate. For example, when the cycle time increases, the production rate decreases.