The operations manager at the ABC Group is trying to implement controls to deal with low inventory turnover. As an operations analyst at the ABC Group, you have been asked to provide the sales and inventory figures for the last quarter so the operations manager can determine whether the controls put in place have been effective.

Once you provide the operations manager with that data, what's the next step in the control process?

A$.$ Measure actual performance of operational activities.

B$.$ Take corrective action

C$.$ Set attainable, measurable, and clear performance standards to guide operational activities and targets.

D$.$ Analyse deviations or performance relative to standards.