Chapter 13 Principles of Business 9e Production and Business Operations

The economy begins with retailing.

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Manufacturing involves changing and improving the form of another product.

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Custom manufacturers work closely with individual customers.

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Businesses must develop new products to keep up with competition and changing customer needs.

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Mass production usually requires a smaller work area than custom production.

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The best practices among all competitors are called benchmarks.

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A business that offers products that meet customer needs at competitive prices cannot fail.

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Logistics personnel are responsible for locating and purchasing supplies.

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An operational plan identifies how work will be done, who will do it, and what resources will be needed.

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Standards are steps to be followed for performing a particular work activity.

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