operations system: inputs, processes and outputs

Question 1

Inputs and examples

Answer 1

Inputs: The resources used to create goods or services.

Examples: raw materials, labour, equipment, time, money.

Question 2

Processes and examples

Answer 2

Processes: The actions used to transform inputs into finished goods or services.

Examples: mixing, packaging, designing, teaching.

Question 3

Output and examples

Answer 3

Outputs: The final product or service delivered to customers.

Examples: bottles of Yakult, haircut, airline flight.