5.1 Introduction to operations management

5.2 Operations methods

5.3 Lean production and quality management (HL only)

5.4 Location

5.5 Break-even analysis

5.6 Production planning (HL only)

5.7 Crisis management and contingency planning (HL only)

5.8 Research and development (HL only)

5.9 Management information systems (HL only)

IB Business Management 5.6 Production Planning Notes

Business Management Topic 5.6 Production Planning Revision Notes

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5.6.1 The Local and Global Supply Chain Process

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5.6.2 JIT vs. Just-in-Case (JIC)

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5.6.3 Stock Control Charts

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5.6.4 Productivity Metrics

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5.6.5 Cost to Buy (CTB) vs. Cost to Make (CTM)

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