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1. Describe the nature of operations management in the following organizations. In doing this, first describe the operation process of the production system. Second, identify operations decisions. (Marks 3) (word count maximum:500)

• A paper manufacturing
• An internal design office

2. Suppose that a firm is considering moving from a batch process to an assembly-line process to better meet evolving market needs. What concerns might the following functions have about this proposed process change: marketing, finance, human resources, accounting, and information systems? (Marks 1) (word count maximum: 150)

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Question : Describe the nature of operations management in the following organizations. In doing this, first describe the operation process of the production system. Second, identify operations decisions.

Answer :

Operations Management is the management of an organisation's productive resources or itsproduction system, which converts inputs into the organisation's products and services. It is concerned with converting materials and labor into goods and services as efficiently as possible to maximize the profit of an organization

According to Galloway : “Operations management is concerned primarily with manufacturing or the change of state of physical goods”. Operations management is the central core function of every company. This is true regardless of the size of the company, the industry it is in, whether it is manufacturing or service, or is for-profit or not-for-profit.

Nature of Operations Management :

• Dynamic- Operations management is dynamic in nature. It keeps on changing as per market trends and demands.
• Transformational Process– It focuses on the function of providing the product or services concerned with the conversion of raw materials into finished products. Also, to assure the production of a quality good and/or service.
• Continuous Process– Operation management is a continuous process. It is employed by organizations for managing its activities as long as they continue their operations.  
• Administration– Operation management administers and controls all activities of the organization. It ensures that all activities are going efficiently and there is no underutilization or mis-utilization of any resource and

1. assure a safe workplace for all employees,
2. equipment utilization,
3. inventory management and shipping ,
4. Helps to plan and review compensation actions,
5. enforcing policies and procedures,