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What is the macro operation in a brewery?
Which of the following describes micro-operations in the context of brewing beer?
What is the primary goal of Operations Management?
Which phase is not part of the product development process?
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What aspect does continuous improvement in Operations Management focus on?
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Which factor is NOT considered in concept development?
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What might be an example of micro-operations in the beer brewing process?
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How does product development relate to the Toyota Land Cruiser?
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What defines a Job Shop production system?
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Which of the following describes a Make-to-Order (MTO) production strategy?
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What is a primary characteristic of a Product Focus production strategy?
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Which scenario best exemplifies Repetitive Focus?
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What is the purpose of Soft Technology in production systems?
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In which production strategy are products manufactured in advance and stored for future sales?
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Which production strategy can lead to longer lead times due to high customization?
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What is a key benefit of using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software in production?
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What is the primary focus of a process that emphasizes efficiency and consistency?
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Which strategy involves low-volume, high-variety production tailored to specific customer needs?
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What is an example of mass customization in operations management?
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What is a key benefit of having a well-designed process in operations management?
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What does hard technology refer to in the context of process technology?
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How does mass customization differ from traditional manufacturing?
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What is the primary focus of a Customer-Driven Strategy?
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Which aspect is NOT typically a focus of process strategies in operations management?
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Which strategy involves maintaining the brand's core identity to stay relevant in the market?
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What is the outcome of a manufacturing line optimized for high efficiency?
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What does Corporate Strategy aim to achieve?
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In the context of Competitive Strategy, what is the primary focus?
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How does Nike exemplify a Core Competency Strategy?
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Which example illustrates a Customer-Driven Strategy effectively?
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What is a key characteristic of a process in a business context?
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What should a company aiming to expand globally do according to its strategy?
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What is the primary goal of risk mitigation in business?
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Which of the following demonstrates effective risk mitigation?
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What does resource optimization primarily aim to achieve?
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How does Toyota implement resource optimization?
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Which of the following resources is NOT typically included in a company's resource optimization strategy?
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Study Notes
Operations Management Overview
- Operations Management involves collaboration between departments to successfully create and deliver products or services, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Continuous Improvement in Operations Management focuses on enhancing processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Transformation in Brewing
- Macros (e.g., making beer) include micro-operations:
- Milling malted barley into grist
- Mixing grist with hot water to create wort
- Cooling wort and fermenting with yeast
- Filtering and decanting beer into casks or bottles
Product Development Process
- Product development is a comprehensive process from ideation to launch, involving design and testing.
- Example: Toyota’s evolution of the Land Cruiser from 1957 to 2024 demonstrates ongoing product development.
Concept Development
- Concept Development involves generating and evaluating new ideas for products.
- Example: Custom jewelry makers design pieces based on individual customer specifications.
Production Strategies
- Repetitive Focus: Balances process and product focus, producing standard products with some variety in moderate volumes.
- Product Focus: Emphasizes high volume and low variety production.
Make-to-Order (MTO) and Make-to-Stock (MTS)
- MTO: Products manufactured after receiving orders, allowing for high customization but longer lead times (e.g., bespoke suits).
- MTS: Products created in advance and stored for sale, responding to demand quickly.
Core Competency Strategy
- Focuses on leveraging a company's main strengths to maintain competitive advantage.
- Example: Nike's innovation in sports apparel secures its position in the athletic market.
Corporate and Competitive Strategies
- Corporate Strategy aligns operations with the company’s long-term mission and goals.
- Competitive Strategy aims to create a market edge through operational excellence.
Importance of Processes
- Well-structured processes optimize resource use, minimize waste, and enhance productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Example: A restaurant kitchen streamlines operations from receiving orders to food delivery.
Mass Customization Focus
- Merges efficiency in production with flexibility, allowing for large volumes of customized products.
- Example: Nike’s online customization platform for shoes.
Process Technology and Risk Mitigation
- Hard Technology includes physical tools and machinery that automate production.
- Risk Mitigation identifies potential business risks and implements strategies to minimize them, ensuring competitive advantage.
Resource Optimization
- Involves efficient use of physical, financial, human, and technological resources to maximize productivity.
- Example: Lean manufacturing practices like the Toyota Production System (TPS) focus on waste reduction and efficiency improvement.
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Description
Explore the essentials of Operations Management, including key processes like continuous improvement and transformation in brewing. This quiz also covers the product development process, highlighting concepts from ideation to launch, with real-world examples such as Toyota's Land Cruiser.
