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Rift Valley University, Sebeta Campus

Department of Business management

Individual assignment on operation management

Part i: Answer the following questions with brief explanation according to


each specific questions

1. How does the chosen process design influence the capacity level needed by an
organization? Can you provide examples of process design decisions that might lead to
changes in required capacity?
2. What are the potential trades-offs between different process design choices? For example,
how might a highly automated process impact flexibility and cost compared to a more
manual process?
3. How does process design affect the achievement of process performance objectives like
quality, speed, dependability, flexibility, and cost? Can specific process design choices
improve certain performance objectives while potentially hindering others?
4. Consider various business scenarios, such as rapid growth, declining demand, or the
introduction of new technology. In each scenario, discuss the advantages and
disadvantages of different capacity alternatives, like expanding existing capacity, adding
new locations, or shutting down existing operations.
5. How do inaccurate demand forecasts affect capacity decisions? What are the risks
associated with overcapacity and under capacity? How can organizations mitigate these
risks through their process design choices?
6. Explain how capacity decisions can be aligned with an organization's overall business
strategy and competitive priorities. How might capacity decisions differ for a company
focused on cost leadership versus one focused on product differentiation?
7. What are some challenges associated with accurately measuring capacity? How do
factors like equipment downtime, employee absenteeism, and variations in production
speed affect capacity utilization calculations?
8. Discuss the importance of long-term capacity planning. What are some key factors to
consider when making long-term capacity decisions? How can tools like decision trees
and simulation help organizations make informed choices when demand is uncertain?
9. How has technology changed the way organizations approach capacity planning and
process design? What are some emerging technologies that might further impact these
areas in the future?
10. How can organizations incorporate sustainability considerations into their process design
and capacity decisions? What are some examples of sustainable practices related to
capacity management and process optimization?

Part ii choose the best answer from the given alternatives


1. Which of the following best describes the primary focus of process design?
A. Determining the specific products or services to offer
B. Analyzing customer needs and market trends
C. Identifying the most efficient way to arrange resources for production**
D. Developing marketing and sales strategies
2. Which process design tool provides a detailed breakdown of the steps involved in assembling a
product?
A. **Assembly Chart**
B. Flow Process Chart
C. Operation Sheet
D. Assembly Drawing
3. Which of the following is NOT a key performance objective typically considered in process
design?
A. Quality
B. Profitability
C. Speed
D. Flexibility

4. Identifying bottlenecks in a process is most closely associated with which improvement strategy?

A. Simplifying Processes
B. Eliminating Waste
C. Automating Tasks
D. Process Mapping
5. Which capacity alternative would likely be considered when an organization anticipates a significant
increase in long-term demand?
A. Making No Changes
B. Expanding Existing Capacity
C. Shutting Down Existing Capacity
D. Reducing Production Output
6. What is the primary purpose of using waiting line models in capacity planning?
A. Estimating customer wait times and queue lengths
B. Forecasting future demand for products or services
C. Analyzing the cost implications of different capacity alternatives
D. Identifying bottlenecks and areas for process improvement
7. Which factor is LEAST likely to have a direct impact on an organization's capacity utilization?
A. Equipment Downtime
B. Employee Absenteeism
C. Variations in Production Speed
D. Competitor Actions
8. How might capacity decisions differ for a company focused on cost leadership compared to one
focused on product differentiation?
A. Cost leaders might favor higher capacity utilization to minimize unit costs, while
differentiators might prioritize flexibility for customization.
B. Cost leaders are likely to invest heavily in automation, while differentiators are more likely to
rely on manual processes.
C. Cost leaders typically focus on long-term capacity planning, while differentiators focus
primarily on short-term adjustments.
D. Cost leaders prioritize capacity expansion in new locations, while differentiators focus on
optimizing existing facilities.
9. Which of the following is a potential risk associated with inaccurate demand forecasts in capacity
planning?
A. Both overcapacity and under capacity
B. Only overcapacity
C. Only under capacity
D. Neither overcapacity nor under capacity

10. Which capacity alternative offers the greatest degree of flexibility for adapting to changing market
conditions?

A. Shutting Down Existing Capacity


B. Expanding Existing Capacity
C. Adding New Locations
D. Making No Changes

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