Businesses usually decide to change a location because
of changes in demand and changes in supply .
disintermediation labour coopetition
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Businesses usually decide to change a location because of [changes in demand] and
[changes in supply].
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Layout types are loosely related to process types. Choose the correct option. Project process
types predominantly make use of ___________ layouts.
a.
product
b.
cell
c.
fixed-position
d.
functional
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fixed-position
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Supply-side influences that affect the location decision include:
1. Labour skills
2. Land costs
3. Convenience for customers
4. The image of the location
a.
1
b.
3
c.
1,2,3,4
d.
1,2,3
e.
1,2
f.
2
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2
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Most practical layouts are derived from four basic layout types. Choose the correct option. A
self-service cafeteria is an example of:
a.
fixed-position layout
b.
product layout
c.
functional layout
d.
cell layout
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product layout
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The layout of an operation or process refers to how resources are organised. Choose the
correct option. Which factors are important to ensure that a layout is good?
1. Layouts must achieve appropriate use of space
2. The length of flow must be minimised
3. All types of layouts must be inherently safe
4. All equipment must be accessible
, a.
1,2,3
b.
1,2,3,4
c.
1,2
d.
1
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1,2,3,4
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Choose the three correct options. It is important to consider the whole supply network
because it helps to _______, ________ and _________.
a. build an understanding of competitiveness
b. helps with crowdsourcing
c. identify links in the network
d. encourage outsourcing
e. focus on long term issues
f. enhance the suitability of the business
1.
c,e,f
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