Operations Management Quiz

Who was largely responsible for inventing an efficient operations system for mass producing standardised goods?

• Jane Fonda

• Henry Ford

• Elon Musk

• Marius Ortner

Which of these is NOT a benefit of mass producing standardised products?

• Economies of scale

• Unique products consumers value

• Fewer errors in production

• Task specialisation for employees

Software that is used to create a 3D model of what a product will look like after production using exact specifications is called Computer-aided...

Which of these is NOT a benefit of automated production lines?

• Less potential for human error

• Less labour required in production

• Faster production of goods

• Slower production of goods

Inputs are all of the _________ required for production of goods or services.

Which of these is NOT a difference between the operations of service businesses and manufacturers?

• Tangible vs intangible outputs

• Services can be stored

• Services usually require customer presence or participation

• Manufacturing requires a physical bricks and mortar location

Effectiveness is most often seen in operations management in.... (tick all that apply!)

• The quality of good and services created

• The time it takes to produce goods and services

• The production of the right amount of goods and services on time

• The retention rate of operations employees

Which of these are CSR considerations for Operations Managers? (tick all that apply)

• Generating a profit for the business

• Reducing wastage in production

• Using recyclable packaging

• Increasing market share