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Which area of operations strategy is concerned with information management systems, automation, and productivity?
Suggested Answer: C
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Process technology refers to information management systems, automation, and productivity tools.
Capacity (A) is related to resource planning.
Supply network design (B) deals with supplier relationships and logistics.
Development and organisational design (D) is about people, structures, and hierarchies.
(LO 2.1, See p.71)
38 comments · newest first
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Louis
11 months ago
Totally with you on C, can't argue with that logic!
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Daron
11 months ago
I think it's A, capacity is key for productivity.
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Lettie
11 months ago
Wait, are we sure it's not B? Sounds like a trick question.
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Lanie
11 months ago
C makes the most sense, automation fits there.
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Felicitas
11 months ago
Definitely C, it's all about process tech!
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Michal
12 months ago
I’m a bit confused. I thought development and organizational design also involved information systems, but maybe that’s more about structure than technology?
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Karon
12 months ago
I practiced a similar question where process technology was mentioned in relation to productivity. I might go with C.
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Madonna
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like capacity management deals more with resources rather than information systems.
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Ria
1 year ago
I think this question is about how technology impacts operations. I remember something about process technology being linked to automation.
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Dominic
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. I'm not sure if it's asking about a specific area of operations strategy or a more general concept. I'll have to read through the options carefully and see if I can eliminate any of them.
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Dana
1 year ago
Okay, I think I know this one. Process technology is the area that focuses on the systems and technology used in the production process, which includes things like information management and automation. I'm confident that's the right answer.
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Crista
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully. Maybe I should review my notes on operations strategy before answering.
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Dona
1 year ago
This one seems pretty straightforward. I'm going to go with Process technology since that's the area that deals with information management, automation, and productivity.
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Luann
1 year ago
B. Supply network design? Really? That's like trying to automate a traffic jam.
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Malcom
1 year ago
Well, if process technology is the answer, then I guess we're all in for a real 'productivity boost'! *wink wink*
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Mitsue
1 year ago
Agreed! It's all about finding the most efficient ways to operate.
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Denise
1 year ago
Definitely! Implementing the right process technology can really improve productivity.
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Keva
1 year ago
I think C) Process technology is the correct answer.
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Cory
1 year ago
D) Development and organisational design
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Ronna
1 year ago
C) Process technology
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Mari
1 year ago
B) Supply network design
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Nell
1 year ago
A) Capacity
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Ronny
1 year ago
D. Development and organisational design seems like a more comprehensive option that covers the aspects of the question.
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Arlen
1 year ago
That's right, D) Development and organisational design is the correct answer.
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Margery
1 year ago
Yes, D) Development and organisational design covers information management systems, automation, and productivity.
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Rory
1 year ago
I agree, D) Development and organisational design seems like the best option.
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Tequila
1 year ago
D) Development and organisational design
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Justa
1 year ago
C) Process technology
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Mozell
1 year ago
B) Supply network design
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Sommer
1 year ago
A) Capacity
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Kiley
1 year ago
I think it's C) Process technology too, as it specifically focuses on improving operations through technology.
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Herminia
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but I think D) Development and organisational design could also be related to information management systems.
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Jutta
1 year ago
I think the answer is C. Process technology seems to be the best fit for the areas mentioned in the question.
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Tennie
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but capacity could also play a role in managing information systems and automation.
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Verdell
1 year ago
I think it might be supply network design, as that also involves optimizing productivity.
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Tennie
1 year ago
I agree, process technology does seem to be the best fit for information management systems and automation.
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Malika
1 year ago
I agree with William, because process technology involves automation and productivity.
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William
1 year ago
I think the answer is C) Process technology.