Consider two stations in series. Each is composed of a single machine that requires a rather lengthy setup. Large batches are used to maintain capacity. The result is an effective process time of 1 hour per job and an effective CV of 3 (that is, te 1.0 and cz 9.0). Jobs arrive in a steady stream at a rate of 0.9 job per hour, and they come from all over the plant, so Ca = 1.0 is a reasonable assumption. Now, suppose a flexible machine is available with the same capacity but less effective variability (that is, te = 1.0 and ce^2 = 0.25) and can be used to replace the machine at either station. Requied:
At which station should we replace the existing machine with the new one to get the largest reduction in cycle time?

Chipotle mexican grill, the american mexican food chain restaurant, opened its first restaurant in the united states in 1993. in 2010, chipotle opened its first restaurant in the united kingdom in london on charing cross. by late may 2013, the company had 6 restaurants in london, but they have not been doing well even though the british have taken a liking to mexican food (boyle, 2013). why has this successful u.s. chain not seen the same success overseas? if you were chipotle's ceo, how would you fix this situation? what is an alternative means of venturing outside of its domestic markets that may allow for a competitive advantage? then, pick a company that has not yet expanded overseas, or if it has expanded, suggest a different strategy for entrance into an overseas market that you feel would be more strategic for the company. research its rivals in the global marketplace and market conditions in the overseas market you are targeting. justify your recommended entry strategy based on these industry and market conditions.

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The last time he flew jet value air, juan's plane developed a fuel leak and had to make an 4) emergency landing. the time before that, his plane was grounded because of an electrical problem. juan is sure his current trip will be fraught with problems and he will once again be delayed. this is an example of the bias a) confirmation b) availability c) selective perception d) randomness