Capacity Utilization Flashcards

1
Q

What is the formula?

A

Actual output/Potential output x 100

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2
Q

How do you increase it?

A

Subcontract workers

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3
Q

What is the main issue with increasing work hours in order to increase it?

A

Employees could become stressed

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4
Q

Why would it be counter-productive for employees to be stressed?

A

Could result in absenteeism or becoming demotivated

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5
Q

If a company only operates at 95%, what is the rest?

A

Spare capacity

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