Reference no: EM132749728
Case Study: Blackberry Hill Farm
Read the case study and answer the following questions. Provide an introduction, a conclusion, and refrences.
Key issues
Capacity management in both services and manufacturing in a seasonal business
Quality - service trade-offs
Inventory - availability trade-offs
Marketing/operations interaction
Strategy in small businesses.
Questions
1. How do the overall objectives of the business impact on the capacity management of the various parts of the farm?
2. How important is demand variation to this business as a whole and to each of its separate attractions?
3. How could the farm as a whole and each of its separate attractions cope with demand fluctuations?
4. What are the strengths and weaknesses of the proposed new ventures (Schoolroom vs. Maize maze)? What advice would you give Jim and Mandy regarding this year's new venture?
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