Question 1

What is cybernetics and why is it important to P/OM?

Accepted Answer

Cybernetics is the study of similarities between human brains and electronic systems,including sensory devices,computers,neural networks and robotic analogs for doing work.It compares the way electronic signals are generated by information in the computer system with the way that humans use information (e.g.,light,sound,etc.).Robot arms with sensitive grasping devices are being used on the space station.

Question 2

Correct timing for the acquisition of new technology is more successful when it is a team effort because these decisions are best made with the involvement of all relevant forms of expertise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Managing technology requires managing the combination of _____ with computers,robotics,and other equipment.

Accepted Answer

A) financial skills 
B) accounting expertise 
C) marketing skills 
D) people skills 
A) financial skills 
B) accounting expertise 
C) marketing skills 
D) people skills D

Question 4

The nature of work blends people and machinery together to form the technology of processes.Always included is the interplay of equipment capabilities and human skills.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The tendency to use new technology to mimic old systems is always recommended.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Optical scanners at checkout counters reading universal product codes (UPC) that are printed on all packages reflect applications of bar-code technology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

How can technology components of transformation be categorized?

Accepted Answer

Technology components of transformation

Question 8

What can companies do to remain successful with regard to technology and equipment?

Accepted Answer

To be successful,companies mus

Question 9

The expert system is built to conform to the questions and decisions made by an expert.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Skilled machinists,tool and die makers,and artisans with tools are being replaced by

Accepted Answer

A) CAD. 
B) CAE. 
C) CAM. 
D) all of the above 
A) CAD. 
B) CAE. 
C) CAM. 
D) all of the above

Question 11

_____ is the imitative representation of the functioning of a system or process by means of the functioning of a surrogate system or process.

Accepted Answer

A) Empirical testing 
B) Optimal testing 
C) Simulation 
D) Product testing 
A) Empirical testing 
B) Optimal testing 
C) Simulation 
D) Product testing

Question 12

_____ are programmed to produce a menu of different products.

Accepted Answer

A) FMS 
B) FOS 
C) FSS 
D) FPS 
A) FMS 
B) FOS 
C) FSS 
D) FPS

Question 13

Automotive glass requires the use of much higher levels of technology than household glass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The timing of shifts in technology involves assessment of the costs and savings made by changing now as compared to the costs and savings from deferring the development and acquisition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Multiple functions of adding up the bill and deducting the purchased items from inventory are readily programmed into the supermarket's computer system,with which the _____ communicate.

Accepted Answer

A) optical scanners 
B) bar codes 
C) universal product codes (UP
C)  
D) robots 
A) optical scanners 
B) bar codes 
C) universal product codes (UP
C)  
D) robots

Question 16

Geometrically increasing numbers of applications can be cited where industry places greater reliance on machines than people for physical skills,performance learning abilities,and fast decision making with large databases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

If it is feasible to produce a large experimental production run,and if it is reasonable to employ statistical design methods-such as the analysis of variance-the power of the _____ study is enhanced.

Accepted Answer

A) DFM/DFA 
B) P/OM/TQM 
C) DFD 
D) TQM 
A) DFM/DFA 
B) P/OM/TQM 
C) DFD 
D) TQM

Question 18

How is technology defined from the P/OM perspective?

Accepted Answer

From the P/OM perspective,technology con

Question 19

Bursting strength and product support (within the container) are measured for two different package designs called A and B.The container will be used to ship printers by air.   
Assume that the computed value of the package design V is modeled as follows: V = (BS)(PS)² and the biggest number is the best.What does the scoring model value of each package indicate? Which box is best?

Accepted Answer

for box A: V = 100(1

Question 20

Household glass requires the use of much higher levels of technology then automotive glass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What is cybernetics and why is it important to P/OM?

Correct timing for the acquisition of new technology is more successful when it is a team effort because these decisions are best made with the involvement of all relevant forms of expertise.

Managing technology requires managing the combination of _____ with computers,robotics,and other equipment.

The nature of work blends people and machinery together to form the technology of processes.Always included is the interplay of equipment capabilities and human skills.

The tendency to use new technology to mimic old systems is always recommended.

Optical scanners at checkout counters reading universal product codes (UPC) that are printed on all packages reflect applications of bar-code technology.

How can technology components of transformation be categorized?

What can companies do to remain successful with regard to technology and equipment?

The expert system is built to conform to the questions and decisions made by an expert.

Skilled machinists,tool and die makers,and artisans with tools are being replaced by

_____ is the imitative representation of the functioning of a system or process by means of the functioning of a surrogate system or process.

_____ are programmed to produce a menu of different products.

Automotive glass requires the use of much higher levels of technology than household glass.

The timing of shifts in technology involves assessment of the costs and savings made by changing now as compared to the costs and savings from deferring the development and acquisition.

Multiple functions of adding up the bill and deducting the purchased items from inventory are readily programmed into the supermarket's computer system,with which the _____ communicate.

Geometrically increasing numbers of applications can be cited where industry places greater reliance on machines than people for physical skills,performance learning abilities,and fast decision making with large databases.

If it is feasible to produce a large experimental production run,and if it is reasonable to employ statistical design methods-such as the analysis of variance-the power of the _____ study is enhanced.

How is technology defined from the P/OM perspective?

Household glass requires the use of much higher levels of technology then automotive glass.

Product Line Planning and the Systems Approach

Productivity and Strategic Planning

Demand Creation and Predictive Planning

Understanding Quality: ITS Management and Strategic Importance

Process Configuration Strategies

Process Analysis and Redesign

Quality Assurance

Teamwork Planning Requires Job Design

Supply Chain Capacity Planning

Facilities Planning: Location and Layout

Materials Management Impacts All Supply Chain Participants

Aggregate Planning to Balance Supply and Demand

Inventory Management for Smooth and Continuous Demand Patterns

Material Requirements Planning Mrp for Sporadic Demand Patterns

Production Scheduling for Manufacturing and Service Operations

Cycle-Time Management Increases Productivity

Project Management for New Products and Processes

Change Management With Faster Project Completions

Sustainability Issues: Environment, Ethics, and Security

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Exam 8: Management of Technology Mot

What is cybernetics and why is it important to P/OM?

Correct timing for the acquisition of new technology is more successful when it is a team effort because these decisions are best made with the involvement of all relevant forms of expertise.

Managing technology requires managing the combination of _____ with computers,robotics,and other equipment.

The nature of work blends people and machinery together to form the technology of processes.Always included is the interplay of equipment capabilities and human skills.

The tendency to use new technology to mimic old systems is always recommended.

Optical scanners at checkout counters reading universal product codes (UPC) that are printed on all packages reflect applications of bar-code technology.

How can technology components of transformation be categorized?

What can companies do to remain successful with regard to technology and equipment?

The expert system is built to conform to the questions and decisions made by an expert.

Skilled machinists,tool and die makers,and artisans with tools are being replaced by

_____ is the imitative representation of the functioning of a system or process by means of the functioning of a surrogate system or process.

_____ are programmed to produce a menu of different products.

Automotive glass requires the use of much higher levels of technology than household glass.

The timing of shifts in technology involves assessment of the costs and savings made by changing now as compared to the costs and savings from deferring the development and acquisition.

Multiple functions of adding up the bill and deducting the purchased items from inventory are readily programmed into the supermarket's computer system,with which the _____ communicate.

Geometrically increasing numbers of applications can be cited where industry places greater reliance on machines than people for physical skills,performance learning abilities,and fast decision making with large databases.

If it is feasible to produce a large experimental production run,and if it is reasonable to employ statistical design methods-such as the analysis of variance-the power of the _____ study is enhanced.

How is technology defined from the P/OM perspective?

Household glass requires the use of much higher levels of technology then automotive glass.

Product Line Planning and the Systems Approach

Productivity and Strategic Planning

Demand Creation and Predictive Planning

Understanding Quality: ITS Management and Strategic Importance

Process Configuration Strategies

Process Analysis and Redesign

Quality Assurance

Teamwork Planning Requires Job Design

Supply Chain Capacity Planning

Facilities Planning: Location and Layout

Materials Management Impacts All Supply Chain Participants

Aggregate Planning to Balance Supply and Demand

Inventory Management for Smooth and Continuous Demand Patterns

Material Requirements Planning Mrp for Sporadic Demand Patterns

Production Scheduling for Manufacturing and Service Operations

Cycle-Time Management Increases Productivity

Project Management for New Products and Processes

Change Management With Faster Project Completions

Sustainability Issues: Environment, Ethics, and Security

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