just-in-time processing
[/ˈdʒʌst ɪn taɪm ˈprɑːsɛsɪŋ/]
noun
processamento just-in-time
1. A manufacturing and business management practice that aligns raw-material orders from suppliers with production schedules, minimizing inventory holding costs and storage space
The automotive company implemented just-in-time processing to reduce warehouse costs and improve efficiency.
A montadora implementou o processamento just-in-time para reduzir custos de armazenagem e melhorar a eficiência.
2. A data processing methodology where information is processed immediately upon arrival rather than being stored for batch processing later
The banking system uses just-in-time processing to handle transactions in real-time.
O sistema bancário utiliza processamento just-in-time para lidar com transações em tempo real.
3. A supply chain management strategy where goods arrive exactly when needed for production or sale, reducing excess inventory
By adopting just-in-time processing, the retailer decreased its storage expenses significantly.
Ao adotar o processamento just-in-time, o varejista diminuiu significativamente suas despesas de armazenamento.
Just-in-time processing became especially important in Brazilian manufacturing, particularly in the automotive industry in São Paulo. Japanese manufacturers introduced these concepts in Brazil, making JIT a standard practice in modern supply chains. The term is often used in its English form (JIT) in business contexts across both Brazil and Portugal, reflecting its adoption from international business practices.
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