Operations Management: Processes And Supply Chains (12th Edition) (what's New In Operations Management)
Operations Management: Processes And Supply Chains (12th Edition) (what's New In Operations Management)
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ISBN: 9780134742205
Author: Lee J. Krajewski, Manoj K. Malhotra, Larry P. Ritzman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 7, Problem 4P

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Interpretation:The network diagram is to be drawn.

Concept Introduction: Network diagram is a graphical representation of tasks in symbols and lines for easy understanding. The networking technique is a method for planning, programming and controlling of work in progress. It is helpful for effective management. It helps the management for decisions.

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Interpretation:The critical path is to be detected.

Concept Introduction: Critical path is a method used to evaluate the project. It is used when the activity times are deterministic. It is the longest path in the network. It defines the minimum time required for completion of the project.

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