EMBRY RIDDLE MGMT651 ALL DISCUSSIONS

1.4Conduct a literature review for the following items using the textbook, the Internet, a journal article, or other sources. Write a brief description of each and record the source of the information.How to build a SIPOC diagramHow to construct strategy mapsDimensions of competitive advantageMeasuring and tracking productivityDiscussionIn the discussion part of this activity, address the following:It is suggested that you post your initial response by mid-week of the module week. Copy and paste the brief descriptions of each of the required items in this activity in your posting. Include the location of the information (website, book, article, etc)Review other postings and reply to at least two posts by the end of the module week.Review the Discussion Online Rubric that will be used to evaluate this activity.2.5Construct a SIPOC Diagram that mirrors a process in your workplace. Save your file in one of these acceptable file formats: .doc/.docx and attach to your post. Then explain the process in the discussion text box of your post.DiscussionIn the discussion part of this activity, address the following:It is suggested that you attach your SIPOC document and post your explanation in the text box by mid-week of the module week.Review your classmates’ SIPOC Diagrams and reply to at least two of your peers by the end of the module week.Review the Discussion Rubric that will be used to evaluate this activity.3.5Flowcharting is described in Chapter 11, Process Analysis and the text provides several examples. These illustrations show how to use the standard symbols in flowcharting, as well as the framework of how to structure types of processes. Buffers, alternative paths, and simultaneous activities are a few of the figures that the book provides. Construct a flowchart (that has at least 15 steps) that mirrors a process at work. Include a brief one to two page summary of how you might consider improving this process. Save your file in one of these acceptable file formats: .doc, .docx, .rtf.DiscussionIn the discussion part of this activity, address the following:It is suggested that you attach your documentand post your explanation in the text box by mid-week of the module week.Review other postings and reply to at least two posts by the end of the module week.4.2Conduct a literature review for the following items using the textbook, the Internet, a journal article, or other sources. Write a brief description of each and record the source of the information in the current APA format.Basic philosophies of Deming, Juran, and CrosbyBriefly compare Six-Sigma methodology, ISO 9000, and Lean manufacturingFishbone diagramHouse of qualityNeeds analysisFMEASERVQUALDecision tree or decision tableDiscussionIn the discussion part of this activity, address the following:It is suggested that you post your initial response by mid-week of the module week. Copy and paste the brief descriptions of each of the required items in this activity in your posting. Include the location of the information (website, book, article, etc).Review other postings and reply to at least two posts by the end of the module week.6.5Conduct a literature review for the following items using the textbook, the Internet, a journal article, or other sources. Write a brief description of each and record the source of the information in the current APA format.Issues in facilities locationsInputs to production planningLevel schedulingBenefits and challenges of inventoryMRP structureImpact of inventory on company resourcesDiscussionIn the discussion part of this activity, address the following:It is suggested that you post your initial response by mid-week of the module week. Copy and paste the brief descriptions of each of the required items in this activity in your posting. Include the location of the information (website, book, article, etc).Review other postings and reply to at least two posts by the end of the module week.7.4Conduct a literature review for the following items using the textbook, the Internet, a journal article, or other sources. Write a brief description of each and record the source of the information in the current APA format.Shop floor controlIssues and considerations with scheduling personnelBenefits and challenges of using simulationsConstraint managementIn the discussion part of this activity, address the following:It is suggested that you post your initial response by mid-week of the module week. Copy and paste the brief descriptions of each of the required items in this activity in your posting. Include the location of the information (website, book, article, etc).Review other postings and reply to at least two posts by the end of the module week.