oparational management

oparational management

1) Describe the nature of operations management in the following organizations. In doing this, first describe the operation process of theproduction system. Second, identify operations decisions.(Marks 3) (word count maximum:500):

A paper manufacturing:

When it comes to organizational production, one of the fundamental things to look out for is the type of manufacture. This means that any decision that the company has to make has to be aligned with how services, as well as goods, would be created and if they will fit the needs of their customers (Reid & Sanders, 2019). While making this decision, it is however, essential for the operations manager to first establish the type of goods or services that they are offering because research indicates that different services and goods require different production process. Based on the provided case study video on the paper manufacturing company, it is apparent that the company’s operation process of the fabrication system can be defined as mass customization process whereby; the company produces goods using mass production processes. A close look at the video about the company’s production process can indeed support this theory because we see employees cutting papers of the same size hence; bearing in mind what the end-user (customer) really wants (Reid & Sanders, 2019).

One of the fundamental tenets of mass customization process is to produce custom-tailored products or services that meet the need or desires of the customer and this is what the paper manufacturing company is doing. For example, the paper company in this case study evidently uses mass customization process to produce mass papers that meet consumer demand and expectations as well within specified time. A close look at the company’s paper producing techniques tells one it is crystal clear that the basic frameworks and sizes of the company’s papers are almost identical and meet the consumer expectations.

Every customer has different opinions and tastes and therefore, it is imperative for companies such as the paper producing company in this case study to ensure that they use mass customization to produce papers that meet the needs of their customers in the most effective yet, convenient manner.

An internal design office:

It is believed that an internal layout of an office plays an integral role in regards to the company’s overall operations. This includes both in terms of effectiveness as well as maximizing the production process hence; ensuring you meet the needs of both your employees as well as those of the consumer target. Based on the internal design office of the paper manufacturing company as cited in the provided short movie analysis, we can say that the internal of this company is designed to meet worker’s needs as well as ensuring there is room for future expansion plans because the company is definitely growing and may need to expand its operations process for increased production among other strategic plans within the company (Reid & Sanders, 2019).

Another defining internal design of the company’s layout can be derived from the process as well as capacity design. Based on the company’s internal design; it is evident that the design strategy of this company is aligned to support all production goals which may include but not limited to technology as well as resources which experts in management argue is the core value stream that helps towards determining how and what processes required to keep the company running as well as keep the company operating efficiently (Colla, et.al, 2019).

2) Suppose that a firm is considering moving from a batch process to an assembly-line process to better meet evolving market needs. What concerns might the following functions have about this proposed process change: marketing, finance, human resources, accounting, and information systems? (Marks 1) (word count maximum:150)

In case, a firm is considering moving from a batch process to an assembly-line process to better meet evolving market needs some of the fundamental concerns might the following functions (marketing, finance, human resources, accounting, and information systems) about this proposed process change about the proposed changes include but not limited incurring more costs, additional employee workforce as well as possibilities of outsourcing which we all know can be quite expensive among other things (Colla, et.al, 2019). For example; when a company decides to expand its operations they must have more input towards marketing for the new product which means more financial input resources as well as implementing new networks as well as increased burden of work to the HR which may affect the company’s operations among other things (Colla, et.al, 2019).

3) Take a tour of the Soap Factory and describe the process used? (Marks 1) (word count maximum: 100)

After taking a visit at a soap factory; the process used in this company can be cited as certified organic oil whereby; it is pumped into kettles, and then water as well as alkaline is added. Upon the completion of the process, the soap is then cooled.

References

Colla, M., Oliveira, G. A., & Santos, G. D. (2019). Operations Management in Emergency Medical Services: Response Time in a Brazilian Mobile Emergency Care Service. Procedia Manufacturing, 39, 932-941.

Reid, R. D., & Sanders, N. R. (2019). Operations management: an integrated approach. John Wiley & Sons.