1. The Operations function in a business organization is responsible for all the activities required to transform inputs into outputs. Explain what this means using words such as input, output, transformation, value... Inputs Transformation Outputs 2. How are Goods operations different from Service operations? 3. Draw a model of a supply chain system for a KTA store (Answers will vary but try to identify who you think the suppliers would be. For instance, Suisan Fish Market would be one of the suppliers).

1. The Operations function in a business organization is responsible for all the activities required to transform inputs into outputs. Explain what this means using words such as input, output, transformation, value... Inputs Transformation Outputs 2. How are Goods operations different from Service operations? 3. Draw a model of a supply chain system for a KTA store (Answers will vary but try to identify who you think the suppliers would be. For instance, Suisan Fish Market would be one of the suppliers).

MARKETING 2018

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ISBN:9780357033753

Author:Pride

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Chapter15: Retailing, Direct Marketing, And Wholesaling

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