Key Elements of an Operations System (VCE SSCE Business Management): Quizzes
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What are the three stages of the universal operations system framework?
What are the three stages of the universal operations system framework?
Inputs, process, outputs
What distinguishes raw materials from component parts?
What distinguishes raw materials from component parts?
Raw materials are unprocessed; components
Why is time considered unique among operational inputs?
Why is time considered unique among operational inputs?
Time is non-renewable and cannot be recovered
How do service businesses differ from manufacturing in input emphasis?
How do service businesses differ from manufacturing in input emphasis?
Services rely more on specialized human skills
What happens during the process stage of operations?
What happens during the process stage of operations?
Value is added by transforming inputs
Which are the four categories of transformation processes?
Which are the four categories of transformation processes?
Manufacturing, transport, supply, service
Which activities describe process stage transformations?
Which activities describe process stage transformations?
Storing, sorting, blending, assembling
What defines tangible goods as outputs?
What defines tangible goods as outputs?
Physical products that can be touched & stored
What relationship exists between inputs, processes, and output quality?
What relationship exists between inputs, processes, and output quality?
Quality outputs require quality inputs & process
What distinguishes efficiency from effectiveness in operations?
What distinguishes efficiency from effectiveness in operations?
Efficiency is doing things right; effective right