A. Identify four people who have contributed to the theory and techniques of operations management and briefly describe the contributions of the four individuals identified. Make use of subheadings.	12
A. The environment, controls, and process performance all affect supply chain risk. With practical examples, explain the supply chain risks and mitigation tactics. (10) Because so much money passes through the supply chain, the opportunity for ethical lapses is significant. Discuss in detail the supply chain management ethics that are relevant to operations management managers. (9)	19
A. Describe some potentially useful categories to include in a factor-weighting analysis for supplier selection. (5) Examine different inventory models and the costs associated with them. (6)	11
Inventory can serve several functions that add flexibility to a firm's operations. Describe the four types of inventories and the four functions of inventory. Make use of subheadings.	8
Total	50

Assignment 2

Describe four techniques used to control labour as part of aggregate planning in the service industry.	8
Discuss the difference between a gross requirement plan and a net requirement plan.	6
A. Describe five priority sequencing rules and explain how each one works to assign jobs. (10) Explainthe seven wastes and the 5Ss. (12)	22
A. Identify the concerns of suppliers when moving to supplier partnerships. (5) Distinguish between preventive and breakdown maintenance and describe how maintenance can be maintained. Clearly show practical examples. (9)	14