OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT -CONNECT
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Chapter 4, Problem 10DRQ
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To determine: Why R & D is an important factor in productivity improvement and how it contributes to it.
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Research and development (R&D):
The research and development of a firm will be given the job of identifying new technologies, processes, and methods available. Any new processes, technologies or methods will be implemented only after the consent of the R & D department.
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OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT -CONNECT
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