What is the purpose of operations in business?
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GCSE Edexcel Business operationsBusinesses compete with rival businesses. Production costs must be kept low so that products can be priced competitively. The ability to do this is affected by production methods and technology. Part of Business Making operational decisions
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The purpose of business operationsThe term business operations refers to the part of the business that provides customers with the goods or services that they ordered. Operations is responsible for taking resources – such as raw materials, finance and the business’ workforce – and using them to create finished goods or services. Operations then ensures that these goods or services arrive on time and to the right quality standards. There are slight differences in how operations are defined in relation to goods and services:
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What is the importance of operations in business?Operations management helps improve the reputation of an organization and thus has a positive influence on its capability to achieve growth and stability goals. Operations management ensures that products meet the quality standards and customers' expectations.
What is the main purpose of operations management?What Is the Purpose of Operations Management (OM)? Operations management is concerned with controlling the production process and business operations in the most efficient manner possible. OM professionals attempt to balance operating costs with revenue to maximize net operating profit.
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