In the Last Century, Operations Management Saw Six Major Themes

question 67

Essay

In the last century, operations management saw six major themes. What are they? Briefly discuss each.

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Definitions:

Final Selling Price

The ultimate price at which a product or service is sold to the consumer, including all taxes, fees, and discounts applied.

Discounting

The practice of reducing the selling price of goods or services, typically to stimulate sales or clear out inventory.

Ego Psychologists

Ego psychologists study the role of the ego in development and the ways it adapts to reality, managing the conflicts between the id, ego, and superego as outlined in Freudian psychological theory.

Conscious Thought

The process by which individuals are aware of and can think about their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs.