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Which sector does operations management cover?
Which sector does operations management cover?
- Entertainment and media
- Information technology and telecommunications
- Banking systems, hospitals, and companies (correct)
- Agriculture and farming
What is the primary concern of operations management?
What is the primary concern of operations management?
- Designing and controlling production of goods or services (correct)
- Managing human resources effectively
- Maximizing profits for the organization
- Developing innovative marketing strategies
What major functions does operations management align with in an organization?
What major functions does operations management align with in an organization?
- Public relations, event management, branding, and advertising
- Research and development, customer service, sales, and distribution
- Supply chains, marketing, finance, and human resources (correct)
- Legal, compliance, auditing, and risk management
What types of decisions are made in managing manufacturing or service operations?
What types of decisions are made in managing manufacturing or service operations?
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When did the history of production and operation systems begin?
When did the history of production and operation systems begin?
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What is the primary focus of operations management?
What is the primary focus of operations management?
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Which function does operations management align with in an organization?
Which function does operations management align with in an organization?
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What was a major historical application of operation systems around 4000 B.C.?
What was a major historical application of operation systems around 4000 B.C.?
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What types of decisions are made in managing manufacturing or service operations?
What types of decisions are made in managing manufacturing or service operations?
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What does the operations function in an organization require management of?
What does the operations function in an organization require management of?
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