BUSINESS SCHOOL

Fundamentals of Operations Management

Assignment-I
(Operations Strategy and Productivity)

Submitted by:
Moater Imran L1S19BBAM0137
Feriha Shahzad L1S19BBAM0168
Hassan Raza L1S19BBAM0133
Umer Zafar L1S19BBAM0146

Submitted to:
Ms. Syeda Uzma Tahira

Session of Submission:
Spring 2021
 Table of Contents
Case Study (Questions)..................................................................................................................3
1. Part A.......................................................................................................................................3
1.1. Location of Facilities.......................................................................................................3
1.2. Plant Layout & Handling Material...............................................................................3
1.3. Product Design................................................................................................................3
1.4. Process Design.................................................................................................................4
1.5. Production, Planning & Control....................................................................................4
1.6. Quality Control...............................................................................................................4
1.7. Materials Management...................................................................................................4
1.8. Maintenance Management.............................................................................................4
1.9. Strategy............................................................................................................................4
1.10. Develop.........................................................................................................................4
2. Part B.......................................................................................................................................5
3. Part C.......................................................................................................................................5
4. References...............................................................................................................................7

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 Frito Operations Strategy and Productivity
Case Study (Questions)

A. From your knowledge of production processes and from the case identify how each of the
10 decisions of OM is applied at Frito-Lay?
B. How would you determine the productivity of the production process at Frito-Lay?
C. How are the 10 decisions of OM different when applied by the operations manager of a
production process such as Frito-Lay versus a service organization?

1. Part A

The Scope of Operations Management focuses on

 Managing measure that aid transformation of Inputs into yields

 By sending human and monetary assets
 To accomplish wanted outcomes and consumer loyalty

The instruments of Operations, the executives and their application in the accompanying regions
for Frito Lay is summed up as follows:

1.1. Location of Facilities

Since the completed item is exceptionally reliant on short-lived crude materials like potatoes and
so on consequently the production network guarantees that plants are situated close to the
homestead. Since the lead time between crude materials and completed item is 12 hours, area of
plant is basic. The creation offices are found. Territorially (for example North South East, West)
so that in case of lack in one locale prompts not gathering the focused-on volume [1].

1.2. Plant Layout & Handling Material

A proficient design guarantees adjusted throughput and high use. Disinfection is high need
consequently appropriately planned offices. Broadly educated specialists handle an assortment of
creation lines, the framework guarantees most ideal individual for the work is distinguished and
remunerated likewise, prompting proficient usage of HR [1].

1.2. Product Design

This progression changes over the thoughts into reality item advancement kitchens at Frito Lay
examination with new items, submit them to center gatherings, and perform test advertising.
Once there is a green light on the item dispatch, item details have been set, measures equipped
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for meeting those determinations and the essential quality norms are made. Subsequently the
item configuration needs to guarantee that the plant can deliver the item effortlessly, e.g., you
can plan a games vehicle however in the event that the production line doesn't have the capacity
to test and fabricate a similar the plan is a waste [2].

1.3. Process Design

This progression helps in investigating the work process so that change from crude materials, for
example potatoes to contributes subjective and ideal way. The assigned work process time is 12
hours for the newness of the item is vital. The whole store network measures guarantee this at
Frito Lays [1].

1.4. Production, Planning & Control

Creation is arranged in a way so that start and finish dates for each progression is predefined so
the complete time taken isn't over 12 hours.

1.5. Quality Control

The quality framework guarantees an ideal degree of value in the item. This is accomplished by
setting particulars first. Quality estimates start with on location assessment of the potatoes
utilized in Ruffles and the corn utilized in Fritos, visual examinations and with measurable cycle
control of item factors, for example, oil dampness, preparing, salt, thickness, and weight, quality
assessments are directed all through shipment, receipt, creation, bundling, and conveyance [1].

1.6. Materials Management

This identifies with limiting stock too having adequate stock to guarantee deals gauge are met.
Without a moment to spare cycles for appearance of crude material guarantees least stock to
guarantee newness, 24X7 running of plant and 4 movements guarantee that work goes
uninterruptedly [1].

1.7. Maintenance Management

This guarantees least breakdown so 24x7 operations truly stay 24x7 - Frito-Lay's labor force is
prepared to perceive issues early, and proficient upkeep staff are accessible on each move.

1.8. Strategy
This guarantees that Frito Lays gets a serious edge by advancing HR (for example Cross
skilling), machine assets and monetary assets (by keeping up low stock so that working capital is
used productively).

1.9. Develop
The above advances are constantly assessed in an ideal way to guarantee nonstop turn of events.

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2. Part B

Profitability of the creation cycle can be resolved if the determinations e.g., 12 hours lead time
from crude material to completed item is met. In the event that this is brought down from 12 to
suppose 10 hours the profitability has improved [2].

3. Part C

The comparison of Hard rock café and Frito Lays is as follow [3]:

Hard Rock Cafe Frito Lay

Product Design Their item is food and their Development in item plan.
administration is music. Exacting assessment prior to
dispatching again item.
They continue to change their
blend of food and music to
improve benefits that they
bring to their client
Quality Management They utilized study as their Numerous quality review
fundamental quality focuses in every particular
estimation. cycle like stripping, bundling,
These studies include and transportation.
numerous perspectives that
clients can totally assess Hard
Rock Café's administrations.
Process Design Mass/Large scale Production
Green manufacturing
Location Situated close to traveler Plants were situated close to
territories crude material providers
Layout Lessen motion time of
laborers
Human Resources Having a wide range of High compensations for
positions. laborers. Productive trainings.
Staffs not just have great
abilities for their particular
undertakings yet additionally
show their enthusiasm in
music and team up with
others
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Supply Chain Management Focus on crude material
providers
Inventory
Schedule Deviation in deals. Run and work all day, every
It profoundly relies upon day.
occasional factor. High extreme creation.
Maintenance Quick creation requires great
upkeep.

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4. References

1. Frito-Lay Potato Chips Plant, Azov. Projects [cited 2021 March 23]; Available from:
https://www.foodprocessing-technology.com/projects/fritolaypotatochipsp/.
2. "Frito Lay Case Study". Business 2016 [cited 2021 March 24]; Available from:
https://www.allbestessays.com/essay/Frito-Lay-Case-Study/64000.html.
3. "Frito Lay Case Study". Business:Taxation 2018 [cited 2021 March 24]; Available from:
https://en.essays.club/Business/Taxation/Frito-Lay-Case-Study-10955.html.