1- “Capacity is like a perishable article” Is it true? What does it mean to operations managers? Some managers believe that it is necessary to keep all resources fully utilized due to the perishability of the capacity. Is it the right approach? (150 words – 1 citation)
2- For which decision environment is linear programming suited? ( 200 words) – 1 citation)
3- What are the differences between aggregate operations planning for services and goods?(200 words 2 citation)
4- How can the use of MRP contribute to profitability? 150 word – 1 citation)
5- What are some of the unforeseen costs of ERP implementation? Discuss. 200 1 citation
6- How can the use of MRP contribute to profitability? (250 words – 2 citation)
7- What is shop-floor control? Name two tools used in shop-floor control. (200 words 1/2 citation)
8- Describe the philosophy that underlies JIT/ lean. (That is, what is JIT/ lean intended to accomplish? 150 word – 1 citation)
9- What information is necessary to analyze a queueing system? 150 words – 1 citation)