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what is the definition of batch production?

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a method of production where one type of product is made and then production is switched to make a different product

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what is the definition of flow production?

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production of one product that takes place continuously using a production assembly line

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what is the definition of job production?

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a method of production where products are made individually

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what is the definition of production processes?

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the three methods or processes of production

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what are the advantages of job production?

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likely to be high quality, individual
can charge a high price for a high profit

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what are the disadvantages of job production?

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high cost method
production may be slow

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what are the advantages of batch production?

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can be varied to meet needs of different customers
cheaper than job production

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what are the disadvantages of batch production?

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machines need re-setting between different batches (money)
tasks are repetitive and boring for workers

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what are the advantages of flow production?

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large quantities are produced
automation can reduce costs

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what are the disadvantages of flow production?

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may not be of high quality
need to store large stock
tasks may be repetitive for workers

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what is the definition of automation?

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a production process involving machinery that is controlled by a person

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what is the definition of robotics?

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the use of robots in the production process

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what are the three uses of technology in production?

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robotics
computers
automation

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what are three advantages of using technology in production?

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machines can replace workers (reducing costs)
can operate 24/7
waste is reduced

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what are three disadvantages of using technology in production?

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may need to recruit IT staff
machines can break down (disrupting production)
new technology may be expensive

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what is the definition of quality?

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refers to a production being fit for purpose

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what is the definition of recalls?

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when a fault occurs with a product and the business asks for the product to be brought back so it can be repaired or replaced

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what is the definition of returns?

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goods which customers take back to the shop because they are unsuitable or faulty

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what are the benefits to providing quality goods and services?

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waste is reduced, gain a good reputation

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what is the definition of quality assurance?

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an approach that involves the whole business focusing on quality with the aim of preventing quality problems from arising

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what is the definition of quality control?

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a system for inspecting the quality of the goods or services produced and ensuring they are of the required standard

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what are three advantages of quality control?

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stops poor quality goods being sold
output is not affected
improve the reputation

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what are three disadvantages of quality control?

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it does not prevent waste
inspection can be costly
does not encourage workers to be responsible for quality

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what are the advantages to quality assurance?

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it should reduce waste and cost, all workers are responsible for the quality
improve the reputation

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what are the disadvantages to quality assurance?
workers may be stressed by the responsibility of having to check the quality of their own work
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what is the definition of face to face?
involves direct contact between buyer and seller
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what is the definition of telesales?
sales completed over the phone
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what are the advantages of face to face selling?
can increase sales, useful where customers like advice
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what are the disadvantages of face to face selling?
may not be convenient to customers, if the customer bargains with the seller profits may be reduced
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what are the advantages of telesales?
can increase sales, may cost less than selling from a shop
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what are the disadvantages of telesales?
costs involved such as a warehouse to store goods and payments to telesales workers sellers may 'cold call' which can be a nuisance to customers
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what is the definition of e-commerce?
the bringing together of buying and selling electronically
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what are the 5 influences of commerce on business?
levels of employment, new skills, location, business opportunities, delivery options
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what are the 5 influences of commerce on business?
levels of employment, new skills, location, business opportunities, delivery options
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what are two advantages of e-commerce to businesses?
it is possible to sell 24/7 markets have increased as businesses can now sell more easily around the world
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what are two disadvantages of e-commerce to businesses?
competition has increased delivery systems need to be organised
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what are two advantages of e-commerce to customers?
can buy 24/7 can compare prices easier
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what are two disadvantages of e-commerce to customers?
impersonal, can't ask questions goods may not be what they are described to be
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what is the definition of as described?
means that good must be as the business has described them
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what is the definition of customer law?
the area of law which protects the customers of a bsuiness
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what is the definition of fit for purpose?
means that a good or service must do what it is meant to do
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what is the definition of satisfactory quality of goods?
means that goods should reflect the price charged for them
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what is the definition of business reputation?
refers to what customers say and fell about a business
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what is the definition of location?
refers to the place at which a business is sited
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what is the definition of proximity?
means 'nearest to'
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how does cost influence a business location?
locating in an area where cost is low enables a business to save on the cost of renting
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how does proximity to the market influence a business location?
can be located near their customers, reduces the cost of transport
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how does proximity to labour influence a business location?
whether they need to supply skilled workers or non skilled workers
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how does proximity to materials influence a business location?
locate near to a source of raw materials to save on transport costs
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how does the government influence a business location?
may give a business grants towards start up costs or may reduce corporation tax for those businesses locating to an area of high unemployment
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what is the definition of procurement?
the management of purchasing within a business
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what are the four stages of procurement?
identifying, choosing suppliers, ordering, receiving
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what influences identifying goods and services in procurement?
which season it is for, changes in fashion/technology
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what influences choosing suppliers in procurement?
quality, reputation, reliability
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what influences ordering goods and services in procurement?
completing an order form stating what is wanted
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what influences receiving deliveries in procurement?
arranging for workers to receive the goods and having an area for the to be stored
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what is the definition of logistics?
the process of organising the transport of goods from the seller to the buyer
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what is the definition of supply chain?
the chain of businesses involved in the production of a product and its delivery to the user
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what are the five logistical issues?
time, reliability, length of supply chain, costs, customer service
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how is time a logistical issue?
suppliers must be able to deliver the goods on time, if not it could affect the business sales and revenue
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how is reliability a logistical issue?
supplier must be able to supply the quantity and quality of the goods needed, could delay the businesses production, loosing sales
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how is length of supply chain a logistical issue?
it has an increased list of problems occurring along the chain
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how is costs a logistical issue?
customer will want deliver costs to be as low as possible, may not get a big enough profit to keep the business running
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how is customer service a logistical issue?
the business may lose customers if businesses that buy from it are not happy with the service they receive

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