Benchmarking Begins With

question 7

Multiple Choice

Benchmarking begins with:

• A) completely redesigning a business process to improve it.
• B) determining the constraints within a given manufacturing process.
• C) studying organizations that are the best at a particular task.
• D) a determination to only build products to meet specific customer orders.

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Definitions:

Reconstruction

The era following the American Civil War (1865-1877) focusing on rebuilding the Southern states and integrating freed slaves into society.

Redeemers

A political coalition in the Southern United States during the Reconstruction era, aimed at reestablishing a conservative order, including the suppression of African Americans' rights.

Radical Reconstruction

The phase (1867-1877) following the American Civil War, characterized by severe measures to reintegrate the Southern states and ensure civil rights for freed slaves.

Federal Government

The national government of a federation, holding authorities and responsibilities distinct from those of member states or provinces, particularly in matters of national concern.