QUESTION TWO [25] 2.1 A time function map is similar to a flow process chart, but with time added to the horizontal axis and departments/ sections on the vertical axis. Compile a baseline time function map for the following operation: (10)

2.2 It seems evident from your baseline time function map that this process is too lengthy and inefficient. Reconstruct the baseline time function map (clearly stating your reasons) demonstrating how you would improve this process. (15)

\begin{tabular}{|l|l|l|} \hline Department & Activity & Duration(indays) \\ \hline Sales & Customer orders motor vehicle & 1 \\ \hline Finance & Approve customer credit application & 4 \\ \hline Sales & Confirms customer details & 1 \\ \hline Sales & Place order for manufacture of motor vehicle & 6 \\ \hline Operations & Manufacture vehicle & 12 \\ \hline Logistics & Deliver vehicle to Sales department & 2 \\ \hline Sales & Arrange paperwork/ license, etc & 4 \\ \hline Sales & Inform customer to pick up vehicle & 1 \\ \hline Finance & Transfer money to dealership & 5 \\ \hline \end{tabular}