Because problems with fixed-position layouts are so difficult to solve well onsite, operations managers:
A) virtually never employ this layout strategy.
B) utilize this approach only for construction projects such as bridges and office towers.
C) increase the size of the site.
D) often complete as much of the project as possible offsite.
E) utilize this layout only for defense contractors.
D
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a. true b. false
A company can take several steps to improve the quality of its marketing intelligence. Which of the following best describes the practice used by McDonald's when it sent pseudo customers to assess stores' internal speed standards?
A) training and motivating the sales force to spot and report new developments B) motivating intermediaries to pass along important intelligence C) networking externally D) purchasing information from outside research firms and vendors E) using the sales information system to get accurate sales reports