Which of the following types of companies would most likely rely on economies of scale to reduce cost per unit?
a. A neighborhood coffee shop
b. A manufacturer of handmade furniture
c. A beauty parlor
d. A large "big-box" retailer
d. A large "big-box" retailer
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CRM tools does not help companies in determining:
A) warranty of products sold to consumers. B) amount paid by consumers in different countries. C) which customers are very demanding. D) the use of credit cards for payment. E) the use of laptop computers by customers.
Using the following statement in an explanation of the reasons for the bad news could help the receiver to accept the message: Although we would like to consider installing the heating system you have offered, we are seeking a more energy-efficient, environmentally friendly unit
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
An assembly line is assigned as follows. Station 1- task A, B, and C. Station 2- task D. Station 3- task E and F. The task times are 7, 3, 2, 9, 4, and 5 minutes respective to A, B, C, D, E, and F
(Assume that there is no precedence relationship between the tasks, i.e., they can be performed in any order) (a) Calculate the efficiency. (b) What would the assignment of tasks to stations be using the shortest processing time heuristic (assuming the current maximum station time remains the cycle time)?
Candy Corporation orders Delicioso-brand chocolate from Edibles Distribution Company. Edibles identifies the goods. Before they are shipped to Candy Corporation, an insurable interest in the goods exists in A) Candy Corporationand Edibles Distribution
B) Delicioso and Edibles Distribution. C) Candy Corporationand Delicioso. D) all of the parties as tenants in common.