EBK OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
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Author: RENDER
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Chapter 5, Problem 12P
a)
Summary Introduction
To determine: The operational impact for manufacturing sandwiches by reviewing the given strategic process positioning options.
Introduction: Process-chain-Network (PCN) analysis emphasis on the optimal ways to create interaction between firms with their customers. It helps in understanding every element through a process.
b)
Summary Introduction
To determine: The operational impact on direct interaction by reviewing the given strategic process positioning options.
c)
Summary Introduction
To determine: The operational impact for establishing a sandwich buffet by reviewing the given strategic process positioning options.
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Problem 1
Coveral vield tests for roasting rounds of beef have been carefully undertaken. A summary
of results (average per round) follows:
As purchased (AP) Weight =
Servable Weight =
Cost (AP)
22 lb 7 oz
17 lb 10 oz
$6.95 per Ib
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a. What is the cost per servable pound?
b. Use the above information to determine the number of pounds of rounds to purchase
for a weekend buffet being planned for 275 guests (six [EP-on the plate] ounces will
be served to each guest).
c. Use the above information to calculate a cost factor and then use the cost factor to
determine the revised cost per servable pound when the AP price of the round rises to
$7.45 per pound.
d. Using the revised cost per servable pound, calculate the per portion cost for the six-
ounce portion that will be provided on the buffet.
Question 4
b) Company ABC wishes to evaluate whether to produce a component
internally or purchase from a vendor. The firm has the following options:
Internal Production
Process 1
Process 2
Purchase from Vendor
Vendor 1
Vendor 2
Vendor 3
Variable cost of $17 per unit; annual
fixed cost of $200,000
Variable cost of $14 per unit; annual
fixed cost of $240,000
Offers a price of $20 per unit for any
volume up to 30,000 units
Offers a price of $22 per unit for 1,000
units or less, and $18 per unit for
large quantities
Offers a price of $21 per unit for the
first 1,000 units and $19 per unit for
additional units
If the annual demand is 10,000 units, which alternative would be best from
a cost standpoint? For 20,000 units, which alternative would be best?
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