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Facility Layout
Arrangement of physical facilities like machinery, equipment, and departments to promote efficient workflow and space utilization.
Functional Layout
Grouping of similar processes or functions in one location to facilitate specialization of labor and equipment.
Libraries and hospitals grouping similar functions, such as all science books in one section or all outpatient services in one area.
Example of Functional Layout
Cell Layout
Organizes the workplace into cells dedicated to specific parts of the entire process.
Department stores organized into departments like clothing, electronics, and home goods.
Example of Cell Layout
Line Layout
Arranges workspace so products move along a line from one operation to the next with minimal backtracking.
Assembly lines in factories where products are progressively assembled from one station to the next.
Example of Line Layout
Mixed Layout
Combines elements of line and functional layouts to meet specific operational needs.
Restaurants using a line layout in the kitchen for food preparation and a functional layout in the dining area for customer service.
Example of Mixed Layout
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