Unit 2- Outcome 1 - Employment + Suppliers + Policies and Procedures + Tech In Manufacturing

Question 1

10 National Employment Standards

Answer 1

It outlines the minimum standard of working conditions with all Australians. These entitlements include; Maximum Weekly hours of 38 Hours, Parental leave of 12 months and paid Annual leave of 4 weeks.

Question 2

Awards

Answer 2

An Award are legal document that outline the minimum pay rates and condition of employment. There are 122 industry and occupation awards.

Question 3

Agreement

Answer 3

An Angreement sets out minimum employment conditions and can apply to one business, a group of businesses or an individual employee.
On a business level the base rate of pay in the agreement cannot be less than the pay rate in the award

Question 4

Employment Contract

Answer 4

Agreements between employeer and employee that sets out the terms and conditions of employment. A contract can be verbal or in writing. It cannot provide less than the legal minimum set out in the NES

Question 5

Codes of Practises in a businesses

Answer 5

Respect - Expected to treat other staff with respect and to also be courteous when dealing with others

Integerity- The staff and trainers should be honest in relation to, the usage of any from of social media that may compromise the business and financial records

Question 6

Supply Chain (Define)

Answer 6

They encompass the planning and management of all activities involved in sourcing and procurement, storage of materials and development of partnerships with suppliers of customers.

Question 7

Supply Chain (What does it cover?)

Answer 7

It covers the entire flow of materials from suppliers, through the workplace (Offices, factories) to the end customer.

Question 8

Making a Good relationship (Setting Debts on time)

Answer 8

A business that pays accounts on time becomes a valued customer- may lead to prefential treatment.

Question 9

Making a Good relationship (Allow Lead time for Order)

Answer 9

A supplier who is given ample waiting of an order is more likely to deliver on time and provide a high quality product.

Question 10

Making a Good relationship (Maintain Communication)

Answer 10

Regular contact with suppliers offer faster positive relationships.

Question 11

Consideration when Choosing Suppliers (Price)

Answer 11

To remain profitable businesses must keep costs low. Not only will the price of raw materials offered by the supplier is a consideration but the deciding factor on price is a big one.

Question 12

Consideration when Choosing Suppliers (Quality)

Answer 12

Businesses need to source quality inputs from its suppliers. Businesses should also ensure that the goods its purchases from international suppliers are in compliance with Australian Quality standards.

Question 13

Consideration when Choosing Suppliers (Reliability)

Answer 13

Businesses that have a fast turnover of stock often rely on quick and timely delivery from their suppliers. With out stock, it may loose sales or a reputation

Question 14

Consideration when Choosing Suppliers (Proximity)

Answer 14

Shorter distances from suppliers means less travel which can reduce the cost of transporting goods. It also makes the business more environmentally friendly.

Question 15

Consideration when Choosing Suppliers (CSR)

Answer 15

It is the duty of a business to take reasonable care when selecting a supplier to ensure that its own business is not tainted by poor practises.

Question 16

5 Considerations When Choosing Suppliers

Answer 16

• Price
• Quality
• Reliability
• Proximity
• CSR

Question 17

Polices (Define)

Answer 17

Polices are documents that broadly outline the rules and regulations that must be followed by those in an organisation. Usually a penalty applies if a person fails to abide by a policy.

Question 18

Procedures (Define)

Answer 18

The steps/ Actions taken to complete a policy.

Question 19

3 Polices or Procedures that a Business should Have

Answer 19

Evacuation Procedure
Promotion Policy
OHS Policy.

Question 20

Policy Development (Procedure) Step 1

Answer 20

Identify the issue

Question 21

Policy Development (Procedure) Step 2

Answer 21

Analyse and Research

Question 22

Policy Development (Procedure) Step 3

Answer 22

Draft Policy for review by review by stakeholders. Then Revise Policy based on stakeholder feedback

Question 23

Policy Development (Procedure) Step 4

Answer 23

Approve policy and Communicate to all stakeholders (Meetings, email)

Question 24

Policy Development (Procedure) Step 5

Answer 24

Monitor and evaluate policy (Is the policy fulfilling its aim?)

Question 25

The Need for a New Policy.

Answer 25

There may be a need if there is an issue or problem that needs to be resolved, or a change to the law that introduces a new policy into the workplace.

Question 26

CAD

Answer 26

Computer aided design technology

Question 27

CAE

Answer 27

Computer aided technology

Question 28

CAM

Answer 28

Computer aided manufacturing

Question 29

Technology used in manufacturing- 3D printing

Answer 29

The Production of a physical object from a digital design or model

Question 30

Technology used in manufacturing- Robotics

Answer 30

The engineering behind the design, construction and application of robots. They are used in heavy manufactoring, hazardous tasks or precision work.

Question 31

Administration in Business.

Answer 31

Smartphone applications and web based software for businesses has progressed in leaps and bounds over the past decade. The owner of a business can do everything on their phones.

Question 32

Advantages of Social Media Advertising

Answer 32

• Inexpensive in comparison to traditional marketing methods
• Easy to use and monitor
• An effective method of gaining exposure.

Question 33

Disadvantages of Social Media Advertising.

Answer 33

• A marketer does not have control over what online customers write about the business product
• It is difficult to accurately measure the reach and frequency of SMA.

Question 34

Why must a business ensure that its customers personal info is protected

Answer 34

So that they are safe from hackers who may profit from identity theft , should they get their hands on sensitive info.

Question 35

How has removal of trade barriers affected businesses in terms of- (Suppliers)

Answer 35

Made the cost of importing goods from suppliers cheaper than ever.

Question 36

How has removal of trade barriers affected businesses in terms of- (Customers)

Answer 36

Australian Businesses have grown substantially as exporters now have greater access to international markets

Question 37

How has removal of trade barriers affected businesses in terms of- (Competitors)

Answer 37

Increased level of international competition. The vast majority of Australian Manufactoring businesses have shipped their production overseas.

Question 38

Globalisation (Define)

Answer 38

Globalisation is the process of increased international trade and social exchange as a result of the breakdown of trade barriers and improved technology in particular information and communication technology.