Perform an essay working the following topics:

1. Explain the decisions made by operating managers.

2. Identify the trends and challenges present in the administration of operations.

3. Describe operations in terms of inputs, processes, products, information flows, suppliers and customers.

4. Describe operations as a role linked to finance, accounting, marketing administrative information systems and human resources.

5. Define a global operations strategy.

Must include a reference, introduction and conclusion