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Which aspect addresses the ability to establish a distinct outcome concept?
Which aspect addresses the ability to establish a distinct outcome concept?
Which point of comparison deals specifically with how uniform the inputs are?
Which point of comparison deals specifically with how uniform the inputs are?
What term assesses the level of control an individual has over a process?
What term assesses the level of control an individual has over a process?
Which criterion is related to the evaluation of work through logs?
Which criterion is related to the evaluation of work through logs?
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What point of comparison involves remembering and memory percentage?
What point of comparison involves remembering and memory percentage?
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Which decision aspect focuses on the quantity and type of resources needed?
Which decision aspect focuses on the quantity and type of resources needed?
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Which question is primarily concerned with the timing of resource need, work schedules, and order timings?
Which question is primarily concerned with the timing of resource need, work schedules, and order timings?
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Deciding on the location of work corresponds to which aspect?
Deciding on the location of work corresponds to which aspect?
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Resource allocation and work methods fall under which decision aspect?
Resource allocation and work methods fall under which decision aspect?
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Which decision-making question focuses on assigning tasks to individuals?
Which decision-making question focuses on assigning tasks to individuals?
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Which aspect of business is often affected by operations?
Which aspect of business is often affected by operations?
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Many service jobs are being named to which category?
Many service jobs are being named to which category?
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Which of the following issues necessitates thinking more strategically about operations and supply chain?
Which of the following issues necessitates thinking more strategically about operations and supply chain?
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Identify the three major business areas mentioned in the content.
Identify the three major business areas mentioned in the content.
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What type of course is recommended to be avoided to prevent losing partners?
What type of course is recommended to be avoided to prevent losing partners?
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What should be used if necessary to evaluate between sourcing operations and finance?
What should be used if necessary to evaluate between sourcing operations and finance?
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Which of the following is not offered to all members of Dienste?
Which of the following is not offered to all members of Dienste?
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Under the 'Principles for hiring', which principle ensures that patients from the community who experience language issues are comfortable?
Under the 'Principles for hiring', which principle ensures that patients from the community who experience language issues are comfortable?
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The Utilitarian principle and Employ principle in the 'Principles for hiring' both encourage reporting illegal conduct by calling which number?
The Utilitarian principle and Employ principle in the 'Principles for hiring' both encourage reporting illegal conduct by calling which number?
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Which principle in the 'Principles for hiring' ensures securing options that influence decisions?
Which principle in the 'Principles for hiring' ensures securing options that influence decisions?
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What is included in the 'Common reasons that play a role in making decisions of operations'?
What is included in the 'Common reasons that play a role in making decisions of operations'?
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Which of the following is part of the class conduct?
Which of the following is part of the class conduct?
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What is one of the current issues in business that impacts operations management?
What is one of the current issues in business that impacts operations management?
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Which issue in business is concerned with minimizing harm to ecological systems that support human existence?
Which issue in business is concerned with minimizing harm to ecological systems that support human existence?
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Which of the following is included in the measures of sustainability?
Which of the following is included in the measures of sustainability?
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Why is managing the supply chain considered a critical issue in operations management?
Why is managing the supply chain considered a critical issue in operations management?
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What does innovation in operations management primarily aim to address?
What does innovation in operations management primarily aim to address?
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Which of the following is a direct consequence of not managing the supply chain effectively?
Which of the following is a direct consequence of not managing the supply chain effectively?
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A need to manage the supply chain arises from which of the following issues?
A need to manage the supply chain arises from which of the following issues?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason for the need to manage supply chain operations?
Which of the following is NOT a reason for the need to manage supply chain operations?
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What is one of the reasons for the increasing complexity of supply chains?
What is one of the reasons for the increasing complexity of supply chains?
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Which factor does NOT directly contribute to the need for better inventory management?
Which factor does NOT directly contribute to the need for better inventory management?
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Which factor is NOT mentioned as a way to influence competitors?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a way to influence competitors?
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What is the main focus of promotions according to the text?
What is the main focus of promotions according to the text?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as an operation area that impacts competitiveness?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an operation area that impacts competitiveness?
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Strengths in an organization should ensure that resources have what?
Strengths in an organization should ensure that resources have what?
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What is one of the reasons organizations fail related to their strategies?
What is one of the reasons organizations fail related to their strategies?
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Which of the following is a key consideration in product and service design affecting competitiveness?
Which of the following is a key consideration in product and service design affecting competitiveness?
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Which of the following is an example of failing to take advantage of strengths?
Which of the following is an example of failing to take advantage of strengths?
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Which factor is NOT a reason for organizational failure mentioned?
Which factor is NOT a reason for organizational failure mentioned?
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Why might an organization fail if it neglects its operation strategy?
Why might an organization fail if it neglects its operation strategy?
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What could be a consequence of failing to take advantage of strengths?
What could be a consequence of failing to take advantage of strengths?
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Which factor primarily involves the coordination of transportation and storage of goods?
Which factor primarily involves the coordination of transportation and storage of goods?
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Which factor is most concerned with the use of online technologies for business operations?
Which factor is most concerned with the use of online technologies for business operations?
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Which factor directly impacts employee satisfaction and performance through rewards?
Which factor directly impacts employee satisfaction and performance through rewards?
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Which factor is associated with the physical condition and capability of machines and tools?
Which factor is associated with the physical condition and capability of machines and tools?
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Which factor influences purchasing decisions through the perception of the company's distinct image?
Which factor influences purchasing decisions through the perception of the company's distinct image?
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Which department is involved in translating product and service specifications into process specifications?
Which department is involved in translating product and service specifications into process specifications?
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Which activity involves the marketing department primarily?
Which activity involves the marketing department primarily?
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Which departments are involved in developing new products and services?
Which departments are involved in developing new products and services?
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What is one of the responsibilities that include operations department involvement?
What is one of the responsibilities that include operations department involvement?
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Who is responsible for constructing and testing prototypes?
Who is responsible for constructing and testing prototypes?
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Study Notes
Differences between Pleasure and Sense Organs
- Pleasure focuses on the satisfaction of desires and needs
- Sense organs involve the reception and interpretation of sensory information
Importance of Operations Management
- Operations management affects many aspects of business
- Many service jobs are being renamed to operations
- Operations management is crucial in finance, marketing, accounting, information, and human resources services
Major Business Areas in Organisations
- Operations
- Finance
- Relations between operations and finance are crucial
Operations Management Decision Making
- Decisions on resources, timing, location, design, and workforce
- Operations managers consider what resources are needed, when, where, and how to allocate them
Current Issues in Business that Impact Operations Management
- Economic conditions
- Innovation
- Quality problems
- Competency in the global economy
- Environmental concerns
- Ethical conduct
- Managing the supply chain
Sustainability
- Using resources in a way that does not harm ecological systems
- Sustainability measures incorporate social criteria in decision making
Principles for Hiring
- Empoly principle: strong in ethical sense
- Utilitarian principle: strong in ethical sense
- Peoples principle: prioritize patient comfort
- Fairness principle: secure options in influencing decisions
- Common Good Principle: practice makes better results
- Value Principle: involves concrete differences in decision making
Supply Chain Management
- Decreasing inventory levels
- Inventory stock-outs
- Late deliveries
- Quality problems
- Need to improve operations
- Increasing outsourcing
- Increasing transportation costs
- Competitive pressures
- Globalization
- E-business
- Complexity of supply chain
- Need to manage inventories
Competitive Strategy and Positioning
- Competitors: acquisition in the marketplace
- Strengths: agreement on resource purpose
- Promotions: effective use of resources
- Organizational competitiveness: influencing competitors
Factors Affecting Purchasing
- Branding
- Quality of service
- Internet use
- Competitive pricing
- Risk screening
- Social norms
- Raw materials
- Service
- Technology, strategy, and information synergy
- Logistics
- Workspace design
- Incentive plans
- Worker health
- Equipment breakdown
- Material shortage
- Employee motivation and training
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Description
This quiz compares and contrasts the criteria and differences between pleasure and sense organs, covering points such as outcome concept, level of control, and uniformity of input. Test your knowledge and understanding of these two concepts.
