Furniture Design Operations Management

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What is the main focus of purchasing management?

  • Organizing marketing strategies
  • Increasing product visibility in the market
  • Determining customer preferences
  • Managing suitable prices and storage of materials (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of marketing management?

  • Maintaining inventory levels (correct)
  • Conducting market studies
  • Setting competitive prices
  • Advertising products through various channels

What is the significance of pricing according to marketing management principles?

  • High prices are always beneficial for revenue.
  • It ensures all products are sold at the same price.
  • Low prices will automatically attract more customers.
  • It is the only element that generates revenue for the company. (correct)

Which distribution method is becoming increasingly important in marketing management?

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Which of these elements is NOT part of the marketing management mix?

<p>Customer storage facilities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of creating a project breakdown structure (WBS)?

<p>To outline the project's scope and deadlines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done prior to starting the project to ensure successful scope validation?

<p>Obtain approvals from project executives and stakeholders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should project managers ensure as the project begins?

<p>The project stays within the defined scope (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a consideration in project time management?

<p>Determining the project time according to its boundaries and size (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is NOT part of project quality management?

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In human resource management, what is important for team effectiveness?

<p>Choosing teamwork and determining capabilities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a project schedule consider according to project time management?

<p>There are maximum and minimum time limits for completion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is involved in project communications management?

<p>The client, designer, contractors, and workers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of creating a scope plan document in project scope management?

<p>To define, manage, and control the project's scope (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required in the process of collecting requirements during project scope management?

<p>Documenting the project requirements through various methods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is defining the scope considered a critical step in project management?

<p>It provides a detailed description of the service or product to be delivered (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential issue can arise from poorly managed stakeholder requirements?

<p>Project delays may occur as solutions must be formed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a commonly suggested resource when creating a scope management plan?

<p>A previous project’s scope management plan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of project management, what is the significance of scope management?

<p>It aids in documenting everything required to achieve project goals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What could be a consequence of not having a well-defined project scope?

<p>Team members may complete unnecessary work (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does project quality management play in relation to project scope management?

<p>It ensures the project deliverables meet the defined scope and requirements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Scope Management Plan

A document outlining the project's scope, boundaries, and controls.

Project Scope Management

Systematically managing project boundaries to prevent scope creep during a project.

Collecting Requirements

Gathering stakeholder needs, expectations, and deliverables.

Defining the Scope

Detailing project deliverables and boundaries.

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Scope Creep

Unplanned changes to a project's scope, often leading to delays or exceeding budgets.

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Project Stakeholder

Individual or group affected by the project's outcome, including clients, team members, and management.

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Project Deliverables

Tangible or intangible outputs of a project, such as products or services.

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Project Planning

Creating a plan to achieve project objectives in order.

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Purchasing Management

A process focused on acquiring needed materials efficiently, considering price, budget, and specifications.

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Market Study (Marketing Management)

Understanding customer needs, problems, and concerns related to products.

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Product (Marketing)

The final product or service, including features, packaging, size, and design.

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Price (Marketing)

The revenue-generating aspect of a product, needing careful consideration to attract customers without sacrificing potential revenue.

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Place (Marketing)

The distribution channels used to make the product available to customers.

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Project Breakdown Structure (WBS)

A document that outlines all project tasks and assigns them to team members, listing deliverables and deadlines.

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Scope Validation

A process of obtaining approvals on the project's scope and deliverables from executives and stakeholders before starting the project.

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Scope Control

Managing the project to stick to the approved scope. Adjusting when necessary, following a formal method.

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Project Time Management

Establishing realistic project timelines, considering potential problems and maximum/minimum completion times.

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Project Quality Management

Ensuring high-quality design and implementation with well-defined and checked materials. Designers supervise implementation.

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Human Resource Management

Choosing the right project team, evaluating their skills, providing training to enhance project capabilities.

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Project Communications Management

Establishing clear communication channels between clients, designers, contractors, and workers.

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Study Notes

Furniture Design Operations Management

  • This lecture covers the general stages of management.
  • Includes project scope management.

Project Scope Management

  • Project managers' goal is smooth project completion without exceeding budgets.

  • Unexpected scope changes are common.

  • Managing scope documents everything required to achieve goals, preventing issues.

  • Key steps include:

    • Planning scope management (creating scope plan documents)
    • Collecting requirements (identifying stakeholder needs and creating deliverables)
    • Defining scope (turning requirements into detailed service/product descriptions)
    • Creating work breakdown structure (WBS)
    • Validating scope (getting stakeholder approval)
    • Controlling scope (keeping project within the defined boundaries)

Project Time Management

  • Determining project time based on boundaries and size is essential.
  • Creating a schedule with alternative solutions for potential issues is necessary.
  • Project completion time limits are important to consider.

Project Cost Management

  • A cost management process is crucial.
  • Estimating costs, determining budget, and cost control are vital.

Project Quality Management

  • Quality is divided into design quality and implementation quality.
  • Raw material quality is important.
  • Designer supervision of implementation is critical.
  • Quality management cycle includes planning, doing, checking, and acting.

Human Resource Management

  • Choosing teams based on worker capabilities.
  • Training workers in relevant fields is important.

Project Communications Management

  • Effective communication between clients, consultants, contractors, and workers is necessary.
  • Reports are essential for project completion.

Purchase Management

  • Purchasing management includes needs identification, suitable price offers, fitting budget, storage, and supply management.

Marketing Management

  • Market research to identify customer needs is important.
  • Promoting products (in exhibits, and media) is necessary.
  • Monitoring sales and prices is crucial.

Role of Marketing Management

  • Product design, size, and features are vital.
  • Pricing should generate revenue and consider competitiveness.
  • Place (distribution channels) matters, both physical and online.
  • Promotion strategies attract customers.

Project Risk Management

  • Worker administration (insurance) is essential.
  • Managing offers and pricing, and possible sales loss is important.

Good Planning Features

  • Achieving specific goals within the timetable is vital.
  • Remaining committed to specified costs is crucial.
  • Output quality ensures effectiveness.

Attributes of Poor Planning

  • Failure to meet objectives or adhere to timelines.
  • Issues with adherence to allocated budgets.
  • Insufficient efficiency in design and production.

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