A. Suppliers must hold a buffer stock of components to ensure that they are able to meet JIT demand

B. Parts must arrive where they are needed, when they are needed, and in the exact quantity needed

C. The purchasing of parts in bulk at lower prices covers the costs of delivery and storage required for JIT

D. All parts arriving must be of a quality standard which is usable and free from defects

E. The cost of carrying increased parts inventory to meet customer demand is transferred to the customer