Honda uses flexible plants in the manufacturing of its cars. Discuss whether this method of production results in optimum output. For further information, read The Wall Street Journal, September 23, 2008, p. B1. How to Access […]

How did the ‘Energiewende’ impact the German energy sector and the competitiveness of energy intensive industries

How did the „Energiewende“ impact the German energy sector and the competitiveness of energy intensive industries 1. Introduction (1000 words) – Energiewende (energy transition) and the drivers (such as Fukushima nuclear disaster – Phasing out of […]

Course Description This course provides a solid foundation of economic principles to support managerial decision making. Topics include cost-benefit analysis, demand estimation and forecasting, decision making under risk and uncertainty, production and cost analysis, and market […]

1. Why does the author call engineering ‘contradictory’? What does this mean for design, and design for reliability in particular? Can you give an illustrative example? (at least 200 words) 2. Consider the recent successes (and […]

Virtual Chem Lab: Studying Alkene Reactions with 1-methylcyclohexene (25 points + 3 bonus) Name________________________ 1. Fill in the data below for each reaction. Fill in the observed TLC plate for each completed reaction. (Tip: Because the […]

“Write a 500- to 1,000-word description of the following processes or a similar process with which you are familiar. In a note preceding the description, specify your audience and indicate the type of description (general or […]

Analyze the successes and/or failures of Chevron and how it expanded domestically and/or internationally. Your analysis will show how Chevron was formed, what problems it faced as it tried to grow and expand, some of the […]