Assignment
Watch the video Chapter 14, titled "Planning & Scheduling - What's the difference and how they're important," (9 min 20 s). Be prepared to discuss.
Discussion: "Evaluate an Experience"
Respond to the following:
• From the e-Activity, analyze the importance of production planning and scheduling within an organization. Evaluate a bad experience you have had with an appointment from both perspectives of the customer (you) and the organization due to inefficient planning and scheduling.
• Analyze the experience you provided in Part 1 of this discussion from a technical perspective and an intangible perspective. Suggest ways the schedules could have been created more efficient and effective.
Discussion 2: "Balloons Aloha"
Respond to the following:
• From the case study, suggest short-term recommendations for the set of six jobs at the company. Support your recommendations.
• From the case study, evaluate the efficiency of Balloons Aloha's sequencing system. Provide long-term recommendations with respect to sequencing jobs at the company. Support your recommendations.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.