a. Define Operations Management and explain the 4 main groups of transformation processes involved with Operations Management.

b. For each group identify 4 different Canadian companies or type of company that would be considered as being an example for each of the groups. Describe the types of inputs and outputs that are involved with the primary transformation process for the examples you have named.

c. Define and explain what is a core competency. Describe what you would consider as the core competency for each of the companies or company types named above.

d. Describe and explain two location decision making techniques that might be used for selecting a location.

e. For each of the techniques you have described outline a strength and weakness that might be considered when applying the technique.

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