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What percentage of the US population classifies themselves as vegetarian or vegan?
What percentage of the US population classifies themselves as vegetarian or vegan?
Which factor may deter customers from purchasing plant-based burgers?
Which factor may deter customers from purchasing plant-based burgers?
What is the mark-up percentage for meat burgers compared to non-meat burgers?
What is the mark-up percentage for meat burgers compared to non-meat burgers?
What advantage have rival fast food businesses gained by launching non-meat products?
What advantage have rival fast food businesses gained by launching non-meat products?
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Which strategic approach is considered more risky according to Ansoff's matrix?
Which strategic approach is considered more risky according to Ansoff's matrix?
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What might be necessary for McDonald's to adapt to introducing new plant-based products?
What might be necessary for McDonald's to adapt to introducing new plant-based products?
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What is essential for McDonald's to ensure a constant supply of new meat alternatives?
What is essential for McDonald's to ensure a constant supply of new meat alternatives?
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How has McDonald's previous experience with non-meat products affected its current strategy?
How has McDonald's previous experience with non-meat products affected its current strategy?
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What financial capability supports McDonald's ability to adapt physical resources for new products?
What financial capability supports McDonald's ability to adapt physical resources for new products?
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What characteristic of McDonald's menu makes the introduction of non-meat products significant?
What characteristic of McDonald's menu makes the introduction of non-meat products significant?
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What is the primary purpose of Critical Path Analysis (CPA) for McDonald's drive-through redesigns?
What is the primary purpose of Critical Path Analysis (CPA) for McDonald's drive-through redesigns?
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Which factor might NOT significantly influence the completion time of redesigning drive-throughs?
Which factor might NOT significantly influence the completion time of redesigning drive-throughs?
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What percentage increase of plant-based burgers and sandwiches has been observed since 2014 in the US?
What percentage increase of plant-based burgers and sandwiches has been observed since 2014 in the US?
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How is CPA most effective when used in project management?
How is CPA most effective when used in project management?
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What demographic shows the greatest demand for plant-based products according to the data?
What demographic shows the greatest demand for plant-based products according to the data?
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Which of the following is a threat to McDonald's entering the plant-based product market?
Which of the following is a threat to McDonald's entering the plant-based product market?
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Which aspect of CPA directly affects the reliability of the project's schedule?
Which aspect of CPA directly affects the reliability of the project's schedule?
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What percentage of adults want more non-meat fast food options?
What percentage of adults want more non-meat fast food options?
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What role does external environmental factors play in the redesign of drive-throughs?
What role does external environmental factors play in the redesign of drive-throughs?
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What is a potential challenge McDonald's faces with new technology and project timelines?
What is a potential challenge McDonald's faces with new technology and project timelines?
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Study Notes
Critical Path Analysis at McDonald's
- Critical path analysis (CPA) precisely sequences activities for timely completion, avoiding delays.
- McDonald's uses CPA to schedule drive-through redesigns, minimizing project risks and costs during simultaneous technology implementation and rebuilds of 8,000 drive-throughs.
- CPA helps identify activities with flexibility (slack/float) allowing resource reallocation to crucial tasks for optimal completion time.
- Accuracy of initial data is crucial for an accurate CPA network. New projects, like introducing AI, might present prediction challenges regarding activity durations.
- Redesigning 8,000 drive-throughs globally presents potential challenges, especially considering external factors like weather that could impact timelines.
Opportunities and Threats from Plant-Based Foods
- Plant-based burger and sandwich sales in the US increased by 29% between 2014 and 2024.
- 36% of adults prefer non-meat fast food options, creating a growing market demand.
- Plant-based burgers are more costly to produce than meat equivalents.
Adapting Physical Resources at McDonald's
- Physical resources (premises, equipment) for new plant-based products may require investments.
- Separate storage and cooking facilities may be necessary for non-meat products.
- McDonald's needs to build relationships with plant-based food providers for consistent product supply.
- McDonald's has experience and resources to handle this expanded product range.
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This quiz delves into how McDonald's utilizes Critical Path Analysis (CPA) to efficiently manage the redesign of drive-throughs. Explore the impact of timely project completion, risk management, and the challenges posed by new technology implementations. Test your understanding of project management principles in a real-world context.
