Technology in operations

Question 1

How can EPOS be used in operations

Answer 1

to show current inventory levels

Question 2

How can email be used in operations

Answer 2

place orders for raw materials from your supplier
complain about the quality of your raw materials to your supplier

Question 3

How can website be used in operations

Answer 3

comparison of suppliers prices
track deliveries of supplies

Question 4

How can spreadsheet be used in operation

Answer 4

to hold inventory details and levels

Question 5

How can database be used in operations

Answer 5

to hold records of suppleirs

Question 6

How can computer aided design be used in operation

Answer 6

to design products prior to production

Question 7

How can computer aided manufacture be used in operations

Answer 7

Using robots and machinery to produce goods

Question 8

Ethical and Eco friendly operations

Answer 8

Minimise waste by avoiding lanfills
train employees to recycle
have good working conditions for staff
not testing on animals
save energy by using solar panels
reduce pollution and emissions by using electric vehicles
minimise packaging by used recycled materials

Question 9

What are the benefits of being socially responsible

Answer 9

improves the organisations reputation
high prices can be charges
may attract a new segment of customers
find it easy to recruit staff
can be used as a marketing tool