Reference no: EM13848173
1. Past Performance: not correcting for weaknesses in past performance is a major trap. Specifically, what weaknesses should one look at, and try to correct in a new estimate?
2. Learning Curve: How a work force improves its performance over time.
a. According to Stewart, what are the components for a learning curve?
b. What type of equation is Y= AQb?
1) linear, 2) log-linear, 3) exponential (Explain your choice)
c. When does one expect the greatest change in a learning curve?
d. Is the learning curve always true or is it a statistical phenomenon?
3. Technology Improvement
a. Select a technology improvement for cooking or preparing a meal. The improvement reduces the time, improves the quality, but incurs costs to implement.
b. Identify a similar scenario for manufacturing.
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Learning curve-technology improvement-past performance
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