Understanding operations management

by The Open University

Operations management is one of the central functions of all organisations. This free course, Understanding operations management, will provide you with a basic framework for understanding this function, whether producing goods or services or in the private, public or voluntary sectors. In addition, this OpenLearn course discusses the role of operations managers and the importance of focusing on suppliers and customers.

50 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 16, 2015

Reviews

[Laurene Allibert · Rating 3 out of 5]

Total quality management
Just in time
Flexible specialisation
Lean production
Mass customisation
Agile manufacturing

[Jignesh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good

This gives fundamental idea about operation management and gives good insight with related examples. Good for new learner on operations management.

[Eleri Jenkins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great for someone wanting to know the basics of operations management - can be used as a platform for further learning. This eBook book does form part of one of the Open University's open learn course - however I thought I'd read ok as a stand alone eBook. Would recommend for anyone wishing to consolidate what they know within operations management or for someone wanting to see if Business Studies may be a suitable option form them as a subject to study.

[Sam Motes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brief but good read on Operations Management's critical role in the transformational role of the business creating value.