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Which of the following was a significant development during World War II that influenced operation management?
Which of the following was a significant development during World War II that influenced operation management?
- The rise of computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
- The introduction of total quality management (TQM)
- The development of linear programming and queuing theory (correct)
- The adoption of lean manufacturing principles
What is the primary goal of production?
What is the primary goal of production?
- To reduce the complexity of supply chains
- To meet the demands of consumers and generate revenue (correct)
- To minimize resource utilization
- To maximize labor efficiency
Which of the following approaches emphasizes continuous improvement, employee empowerment, and the elimination of non-value-added activities?
Which of the following approaches emphasizes continuous improvement, employee empowerment, and the elimination of non-value-added activities?
- Computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
- Total quality management (TQM) (correct)
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- Linear programming
Which of the following is an example of an intangible product in the service industry?
Which of the following is an example of an intangible product in the service industry?
What is a key trend that has influenced operation management in recent years?
What is a key trend that has influenced operation management in recent years?
What was the primary focus of operation management during the Industrial Revolution?
What was the primary focus of operation management during the Industrial Revolution?
Who is considered the father of scientific management and introduced scientific methods to improve efficiency and productivity?
Who is considered the father of scientific management and introduced scientific methods to improve efficiency and productivity?
What was the significant contribution of the Hawthorne studies in the development of operation management?
What was the significant contribution of the Hawthorne studies in the development of operation management?
When did operation management emerge as a distinct discipline?
When did operation management emerge as a distinct discipline?
Which of the following factors have driven the evolution of operation management over the years?
Which of the following factors have driven the evolution of operation management over the years?
