OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT W/ CNCT+
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT W/ CNCT+
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Author: Stevenson
Publisher: MCG CUSTOM
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Chapter 7, Problem 1TS

a)

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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)

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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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