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What does process selection refer to?
What does process selection refer to?
- Deciding on the location of the organization
- Choosing the best technology for the organization (correct)
- Determining the best marketing strategy
- Selecting the best raw materials for production
What is the objective of a process strategy?
What is the objective of a process strategy?
- To comply with government regulations
- To minimize employee turnover
- To maximize shareholder profits
- To transform resources into goods and services that meet customer requirements (correct)
How does the process selected affect production?
How does the process selected affect production?
- It only affects short-term production
- It has no impact on production
- It affects efficiency, flexibility, cost, and quality of goods produced (correct)
- It only affects the quantity of goods produced
What is the very first step in process planning?
What is the very first step in process planning?
Why might a manufacturer choose to purchase certain parts instead of making them?
Why might a manufacturer choose to purchase certain parts instead of making them?
What is a common practice for firms regarding janitorial services according to the text?
What is a common practice for firms regarding janitorial services according to the text?
What factors are typically considered in make or buy decisions?
What factors are typically considered in make or buy decisions?
What is the purpose of a firm choosing to perform part of the work itself and letting others handle the rest?
What is the purpose of a firm choosing to perform part of the work itself and letting others handle the rest?
In which process type is high job customization and low volume typically observed?
In which process type is high job customization and low volume typically observed?
What is a characteristic of a project process according to the text?
What is a characteristic of a project process according to the text?
Which type of process involves handling small batches of custom-designed products?
Which type of process involves handling small batches of custom-designed products?
What is the main consideration when choosing a process type according to the text?
What is the main consideration when choosing a process type according to the text?
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