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When a customer calls Dell Computers to order a computer, Dell builds one based on the customer's unique requirements and ships it directly to customer-all in a matter of hours. What do you think Dell's supply chain looks like? For this discussion, create a map of the Dell supply chain. You may sketch it out by hand and scan it or use mapping software of your choice.
Use the Proctor and Gamble (P&G) example on pages 73-74 of your Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management textbook to
explain the benefits to the consumer of adopting a business processes perspective. Why might a traditional functional prospective have blinded P&G to the problems of the old system?
For this discussion, review "Getting Your Bags Is Half the Fun" on pages 107-108 of your textbook, then respond to the following questions:
What dimensions of quality were highlighted in the Delta case?
Would statistical process control tools such as control charts or acceptance sampling be enough to resolve quality shortcomings along all of those dimensions?
What are the implications of managing quality at Delta?
How could automation change the role of project professionals?
Could this evolution help eliminate the perspective that project management professionals are not sensitive to time constraints?
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Experimental psychology and forensic psychology
: The types of work professionals in specialty areas within the larger field of psychology do. The type and level of education one must achieve to work in those specialty areas.
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Analyze barriers that may exist in group communication
: Analyze barriers that may exist in group communication. Describe techniques to overcome those barriers and enhance group communication.
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Write an essay based on an instructor-approved article
: Write an essay based on an instructor-approved article. The purpose of this essay is to provide a comprehensive summary and critical response to the article.
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Describing the five bases of power
: Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper describing the five bases of power. Indicate which power bases are formal and which are personal. How might each of these power bases affect communication in your selected group or organization?
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The implications of managing quality at delta
: Would statistical process control tools such as control charts or acceptance sampling be enough to resolve quality shortcomings along all of those dimensions?
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What are the salary ranges of these careers
: What are the salary ranges of these careers? Are more opportunities available for those individuals who continue in their degrees with a Master's degree in criminal justice
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Describing demonstrative communication
: Write a 500- to 700-word paper describing demonstrative communication. Demonstrative communication includes nonverbal and unwritten communication and involves such things as facial expressions, tone of voice, body language, and so forth. Include t..
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Different types of legally protected speech
: Legally Protected Speech Paper Using the Electronic Reading Reserve (ERR), the Internet, textbook, or other resources, prepare a 350-700-word paper in which you define free speech. In your paper, compare and contrast at least two different types o..
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Experiential-behavioral and structural family therapy
: Consider these modes of family therapy: Experiential, Behavioral, or Structural Family Therapy. Many people have strong personal reactions to each of these modes of therapy. Do you especially like or dislike one of these modes of therapy? Why?
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