Chapter 1, Problem 10DQ

Summary Introduction

Interpretation: The current trends in the field of operations management and their impact on the future of the area.

Concept Introduction: Operations management is a field that has been subject to many changes from time to time. It could be considered one of the most important disciplines within a work setting. As it has connections with almost all other functional areas of a business, the changes in those respective areas also create an impact on operations management. It is important for an organization to identify and understand trends within the field in better managing operations that in turn affects the entire business.