1 (100 MARKS) 1.1 Considering the case study provided, demonstrate how globalisation has reshaped the operations management function over the past 5 years. Make use of relevant examples. (20 Marks) 1.2 In the context of operations management, examine the challenges presented by global economic integration and provide recommendations on how these can be potentially mitigated. (20 Marks) 1.3 Considering the changing consumer needs and expectations, do you think that over the past five years, organizations have shifted from mass production to adopting batch production and project-based strategies? Support your argument with relevant examples. (20 Marks) 1.4 As highlighted in the case study, "capturing the opportunities offered by growth in emerging marketsthe trend executives say is the most importantwill require retooling existing business models". Suggest how executives can successfully analyse their models before retooling them. (20 Marks) 1.5 As indicated in the case study, "the greatest projected talent shortfalls are in three functionsmanagement, R&D, and strategywith significant variations between operations management executives in different regions". Justify why some executives are more concerned about a shortage of R&D specialists as compared to management talent. Make use of relevant examples