OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT W/ CNCT+
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Author: Stevenson
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Chapter 7, Problem 1TS
a)
Summary Introduction
To determine: The trade-offs in using self-directed teams instead of a more conventional approach using occasional use of teams.
Introduction: The amount of the dependency on human effort by an organization in terms of achieving its goals is given by the work design. It is directly linked to the productivity of an organization where good work design helps in achieving high productivity.
b)
Summary Introduction
To determine: The time period for making updates at standard times due to minor changes in work methods.
c)
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To determine: The choice of selection between work time study and work sampling for work measurement.
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What are the trade-offs in the following?a. Using self-directed teams instead of a more conventional approach with occasional use of teams. b. Deciding how often to update standard times due to minor changes in work methods. c. Choosing between time study and work sampling for work measurement.
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Which of the following statements changes in job enlargement studies?
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Number of transactions required for the job
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