"How does Operations Management enhance efficiency in organizations? Explore the fundamental principles underlying Operations Management and its significance in optimizing processes. Discuss how Operations Management contributes to cost reduction, quality improvement, and customer satisfaction. Analyze key strategies such as inventory management, scheduling, and supply chain optimization. Evaluate the role of technology in modern Operations Management practices and its impact on decision$-$making. Finally, illustrate with examples how Operations Management theories are applied in real$-$world contexts to achieve organizational objectives."