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Module 07: Processes, Facilities, and Work Systems
Discussion Question
Question Requirements:
Process Optimization
According to Stevenson (2021), processes converting inputs into outputs are at the core of operations management and have strategic significance. Among the benefits of creating and using processes we can mention cost reduction, meeting customers’ expectations, and streamlining business operations.
For this discussion, do the following:
Identify what a business process is and discuss its benefits and disadvantages.
Consider yourself a business owner. Discuss a process for one aspect of your businesses’ workflow. How many steps are in the process? How many people are in the process?
Directions:
Discuss the concepts, principles, and theories from your textbook. Cite your textbooks and cite any other sources.
Write a discussion that includes an introduction paragraph, the body, and a conclusion paragraph to address the assignment’s guide questions.
Your initial post should address all components of the question with a 600-word limit.
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Learning Outcomes
Evaluate the strategic importance of process selection.
Examine the importance of process strategy.
Weigh the value of effective work design to the organization.
Readings
Required:
Chapters 6 & 7 in Operations Management
Chapter 6 & 7 PowerPoint Presentations
Ibrahim, P.A. (2020). Ergonomic workplace design for micro, small and medium enterprises: A conceptual model. IUP Journal of Management Research, 19(2), 7-23.
Rajput., B.L., & Agarwal, A.L. (2020). Selection of construction equipment supplier using analytical hierarchy process. IUP Journal of Management Research, 19(3), 7-15.
Recommended:
Liedtka, J. (2020). Putting technology in its place: Design thinking’s social technology at work. California Management Review, 62(2), 53-83.
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