New Trends in Operations Management Include

question 32

Multiple Choice

New trends in operations management include

• A) global focus
• B) mass customization
• C) empowered employees
• D) rapid product development
• E) All of the above are new trends in operations management.

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Definitions:

Positivism

a philosophical theory stating that certain ("positive") knowledge is based on natural phenomena and their properties and relations as verified by empirical sciences.

Exotic Species

are species that are introduced into a new habitat where they are not naturally found, often causing ecological disruption.

Habitat Destruction

The process by which natural habitat is rendered unable to support the species present, leading to reduced biodiversity.

Commercial Harvesting

The large-scale collection of resources from nature, such as fish or timber, for commercial purposes.