NAME: Almaden, Bret Michael O.

Date: Feb 15, 2023

Course & Year : BIT 3A-N

1. What is meant by “production planning”? What are its objective?

Production planning refers to the process of organizing and coordinating resources such as materials,
labor, and equipment to meet production goals. Its objectives are to optimize the use of resources,
minimize costs, improve efficiency and productivity, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality products to
customers.

2. Why is it important to stabilize the use of plant facilities, number of jobs, and working hours?

Stabilizing the use of plant facilities, number of jobs, and working hours is important for achieving
consistent production levels, avoiding inefficiencies such as idle workers or machines, and reducing costs.
This can lead to improved quality, increased customer satisfaction, and a competitive advantage in the
marketplace.

3. Distinguish among the four types of manufacturing processes given in this chapter.

The four types of manufacturing processes are continuous, intermittent, project, and job shop. Continuous
processes are used to produce high volumes of standardized products. Intermittent processes produce a
variety of products in small batches. Project processes are used for custom-made products produced one
time, while job shop processes are used for custom-made products produced repeatedly.

4. What is meant by “learning curve”?

A learning curve refers to the phenomenon of how the time required to perform a task decreases as
experience with the task increases. The learning curve is a graphical representation of this relationship
between productivity and cumulative experience, allowing organizations to predict the impact of new
technology or training on productivity.

5. What are the different quantitative techniques described in this chapter? Where can it be used?

Quantitative techniques used in organization and management include statistical analysis, linear
programming, decision trees, simulation modeling, and forecasting methods. These techniques can be
applied in various areas, such as operations management, supply chain management, financial
management, and marketing research.

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