ASSESSMENT TASK 1

1. What do you mean by production?

According to the module it is the process of converting a form of the material into
another via chemical or mechanical process to create or enhance the utility of the
product to the user.
2. What do you mean by production system?
If to be defined in an operation, the production system is the part which produces the
products.
3. Explain the different types of production systems and give examples for each type.
A. Job shop production/Job production
Ex. Building Bridges, Building Buildings, Furniture and Custom-made clothes
B. Batch production
Ex. Clothing, Computer Chips and Baked Goods
C. Mass production
Ex. Cars, Chocolate Bars, Bolts and Nails
D. Process production
Ex. Food, Beverages and pharmaceuticals
E. Assembly lines
Ex. Fixed Position Layout, Group Layout /Cellular Layout and Combination
Layout

4. Mention the advantages and limitations of each production system.

A. Job shop production/Job production

Advantages: Due to its general-purpose machines and facilities, large variety of

products can be produced.
Disadvantages: It requires a large amount of space to produce products.
B. Batch production
Advantages: This production system has better utilization of plant and
machinery.
Disadvantages: The production planning and control is complex.
C. Mass production
 Advantages: It has a higher rate of production with reduced cycle time.
Disadvantages: The breakdown of one machine will stop an entire production
line.
D. Process production
Advantages: Produce Large Quantities at Lower Cost
Disadvantages: Is suited to companies that produce standardized items in bulk.
E. Assembly lines
Advantages: Batch Quality and Uniformity
Disadvantages: Requires Strategic Decision-Making

5. Define production management.

According to the module it is the process of planning, organizing, directing and
controlling the activities of the production function.
6. Explain briefly the objectives of production management.
The objectives of production management are Right Quality, the quality of the product
is established based upon the customer needs. Right Quantity, the manufacturing
organization should produce the products in the right number. Right Time, timeliness of
delivery is one of the important parameters to judge the effectiveness of production
department. Right Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing costs are established before the
product is actually manufactured.
7. Define operating systems.
It is a business framework by which an organization operates, aligns activities, and
makes decisions for the purpose of improving the performance of the business.
8. Explain briefly the objectives of operations management.
The objectives of operations management are Right Quality, for the quality to achieve
the design and specification for the costumer in general. Right Quantity, the
organization should produce the right number of products or items. Right Time, the
arrival or delivery of products should arrive at the right time. Right Manufacturing, an
organization require the right manufacturing for the organization to increase its profit
margin. Right Place, right place is required as there are important information such as
the correct delivery location, and right location for the manufacturing process. Right
Information, this is necessary as the right information is key for an organization to
succeed.
9. Distinguish between manufacturing operations and service operations.
Manufacturing operations are focused on production of product as the main source of its
income, while service operations are focused on providing services to gain profit.
 Example a company that produces nuts and bolts is a manufacturing operation while a
company that moves and delivers products is a service operation.
10. What do you mean by “globalization”
It is the process that where organizations have international production or influence.
11. Explain the key issues to be considered in for managing global operations.
Tariffs and Export Fees, some countries have tariffs and export fees that can take
away potential profits and avoidable expenses. Global Expansion Difficulties
expansion cost a large sum of money, time and resources. Payroll and Compliance
Challenges, managing and getting the payroll overseas brings many difficulties that
makes globalization difficult.
12. Explain the scope of production and operations management.
The scope of production and operations management conversion of input to physical
resources that cater to the customers’ needs.

Skill development:
Make a report on any fast-food establishment and get the following information:
1. Identify the type of production system followed.

2. Check how production system is managed.

3. Find out the utilization of the resources namely manpower, capacity and materials.

4. How customer services are rendered.