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Idle Capacity

Idle capacity refers to unused production potential within a business during a specific period. It represents resources such as labour, machinery, or facilities that are available but not actively generating output. Identifying idle capacity helps management control overhead costs, improve efficiency, and make better decisions about scaling operations or reducing fixed expenses.

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