Discussion:
What are some common elements or aspects of the four Operations Management (OM) areas covered in this course: productivity, inventory, capacity, quality? Compare the relative importance of these OM areas in manufacturing (e.g., Excellent Mfg. Co.) to the importance in other kinds of business (e.g., the ones you have been INVENTING). Also, consider several other areas not covered in this course (e.g., facility layout and scheduling). Discuss how these compare in relative importance to the areas that were covered. Be sure to make a good argument for your position.
Response to this question.
Support your response with evidence from the readings or other resources. It is not necessary to provide formal citations, but you should give the sources of your information.