OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
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ISBN: 9781260238877
Author: CACHON
Publisher: RENT MCG
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Chapter 5, Problem 7PA
a)
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To determine: The implied utilization of Forms/Visa.
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To determine: The implied utilization of HR Training time.
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To determine: The flow rates of each type of new employee per hour.
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