In This Approach to Managing Capacity, a Firm Subcontracts Peak

question 48

Multiple Choice

In this approach to managing capacity, a firm subcontracts peak production so that internal production remains level and can be done cheaply.

• A) Time flexibility from workforce
• B) Use of subcontracting
• C) Use of dual facilities-specialized and flexible
• D) Use of seasonal workforce

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