Question

Which are the main goals of Operations Strategy? (12) List some examples of strategic decisions made in Operations Management ( at least 5)

Answer 1

Operational strategies focus on the improvement of the existing strategic structure of an organization. Operational procedures play a significant role in executive decision-making. Primary goals of the operational plan are as follows:
· Guidance and direction: Operational strategies guide the decision-making process of an organization. It authenticates whether the executive decision is right or wrong. It leads to operational decision-making towards a direction that can ensure profitability to the organization.
· Facility planning: Operational strategies decides a sequential plan for the organization that provides a better facility to the company. It encourages facility planning that helps to coordinate organizational development.
· Employee motivation: Operational strategies motivate employees to perform in a better way that ensures both individual and collective development.
Examples of strategic decisions are as follows:
· Taking decisions for strengthening the quality of goods and services
· Arranging training session for employee skill development
· Restructuring the supply chain management of the organization for better service coordination.