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What is one of the primary goals of operations management?
Which of the following is NOT a function of operations management?
What is a key benefit of effective operations management?
What is the primary focus of the operations function?
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What is a result of reducing errors and costs in operations management?
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What is an innovative approach used in operations management?
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What is a key responsibility of operations management?
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What is the ultimate goal of operations management?
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Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of project processes in manufacturing?
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What is the primary difference between jobbing processes and batch processes in manufacturing?
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Which operational process category would most likely be used to manufacture a custom-designed piece of jewelry?
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What is the primary focus of "Visibility" in operational processes?
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What is the primary characteristic of mass processes?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor considered under "Variety" in operational processes?
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What is the main difference between professional services and service shops?
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What is a characteristic of mass services?
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In which operational process category would the production of Samsung appliances most likely fall?
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Which of the following best describes the concept of "Variation" in operational processes?
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What is the focus of the operations design topic?
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What is a component of the design of products and services?
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How does "Quantity produced" impact the "Cost of production" in operational processes?
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What is the purpose of operations planning and control?
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What is involved in capacity planning and control?
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What is a key aspect of the operations planning and control process?
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What is the primary focus of operations management?
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Which element is NOT part of the six main elements of customer/client needs?
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Which of the following describes the inputs in the transformation model?
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What characteristic of operational processes refers to the number of units produced over a time period?
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Which strategy would typically NOT be associated with improving an organization's competitive position?
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In the context of operations management, what is the goal of the transformational process?
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Which of the following best represents 'variability' in operational processes?
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What does a high level of service typically involve in the context of customer needs?
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Which of the following is NOT a core element of operations improvement?
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Which aspect of operations improvement specifically involves identifying potential causes and weaknesses within a process?
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What is the main objective of Total Quality Management (TQM)?
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What is the primary role of the ISO 9000 quality standard in the context of TQM?
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Which of the following is NOT a typical priority for operations improvement?
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Which of these is a key difference between quality planning and control and operations improvement?
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Study Notes
Operations Management Overview
- Operations management is a critical business function, alongside administration, finance, HR, marketing, public relations, and purchasing.
- Aims to use resources effectively to ensure high-quality products and services that can compete in the market.
- Responsibilities include producing quality goods, controlling costs, enhancing operations, and meeting consumer expectations.
Importance of Operations Management
- Reduces costs due to minimized errors.
- Increases revenue through quality products that attract customers.
- Lowers necessary capital investment by optimizing resource use.
- Encourages innovation in product development and delivery.
Key Definitions in Operations Management
- Operations Function: Encompasses all activities related to producing goods and services, including converting raw materials to final products.
- Operations Manager: Leadership role managing daily operations within a business.
- Operations Management (OM): Administration of practices aimed at achieving maximum efficiency within an organization, involving decision-making tied to the operations function.
Operations-Management Model
- A system utilized by managers to ensure high-quality production, incorporating strategies and activities impacting the transformation process.
- Six primary customer/client needs: high quality, low costs, shorter lead times, greater flexibility, low variability in specifications, and high service levels.
Transformation Model
- Framework in which resources (inputs) undergo a transformation process to create outputs.
- Inputs: Resources needed for production.
- Transformation Process: The actual activity of converting inputs into outputs.
- Outputs: Final products or services delivered to customers.
Distinctive Characteristics of Operational Processes (Four Vs)
- Volume: Represents the number of units produced within a specified timeframe, impacting production costs.
- Variety: Indicates the range of different products or services offered.
- Variation: Refers to demand patterns that affect production, such as seasonality.
- Visibility: Focuses on the customer's tangible or intangible experience with the service or product.
Classification of Operational Processes for Manufacturers
- Project Processes: Unique, large-scale outputs, such as complex constructions (e.g., airports, bridges).
- Jobbing Processes: Small batches of unique products, each following custom production (e.g., jewelry).
- Batch Processes: Grouping identical products for simultaneous production (e.g., Samsung appliances).
- Mass Processes: Extensive production of similar products using human and machine collaboration.
- Continuous Processes: Ongoing production operations, operating 24/7.
Classification of Operational Processes for Service Providers
- Professional Services: Core output is a service or expertise (e.g., consulting).
- Service Shops: Middle ground services with medium volume and variety.
- Mass Services: High transaction services with limited customization (e.g., call centers, mass transport).
Operations Design
- Focuses on creating products and services with a competitive advantage through good design.
- Discusses components and stages involved in the design processes.
Operations Planning and Control
- Transforms design elements into operational execution.
- Involves defining capacity and employing techniques for capacity planning and control.
Inventory and Supply-Chain Planning
- Assessing inventory and its management as part of operational efficiency.
Quality Planning and Control
- Establishes definitions of quality and outlines processes for effective quality management.
Operations Improvement
- Focused on enhancing performance and preventing failures.
- Key areas include identifying performance standards, prioritizing improvements, and implementing improvement approaches.
- Addresses failure detection and analysis and emphasizes total quality management (TQM) principles.
- TQM is associated with ISO 9000 standards and focuses on continuous quality improvement.
Conclusion
- Operations management is integral in achieving efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction across production and service delivery.
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This quiz covers the basics of Operations Management, including operations design, planning, and control. It also touches on process types and improvement. Try to test your knowledge on this important business function!