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- Briefly discuss each of these terms related to the historical evolution of operations management:b. Scientific managementDescribe three basic decisions that must be addressed in the design of operations systems. For each decision, what information do managers need to make that decision? What is Total Quality Management?Q: What are the implications of organization's strategy for operations management?
- Use the matrix below to analyze your role as an operations manager. In as many of the cells in the matrix as you can, jot down an example of a decision you have made last month. Designing the Operations System Managing the Operations System Improving the Operations System 1. Process 2. Quality |3. Сараcity 4. Inventory 5. Human ResourcesHow should each of the following strategic operations management be managed to ensure the success of the company? a.product and service design b Managing quality c.process strategyName the ten (10) critical decision areas of Operations Management and discuss them with your significant learnings/insights you may have.
- What are the reasons for formulating and implementing an operations and supply chain strategy?Describe the advantages of the strategies tie to outcome and experiences described in question 1 in the context of service operations management.what six key steps is needed to take to ensure the operations system works at peak performance to satisfy customers needs