Part A

Apply relevant models to Huada Plant to analyse the current challenges they have in their operations processes and satisfying the customer. This could include: the input-process-output model; the value chain model and business process mapping. Evaluate how they could improve the operations processes; this should promote the database system and other ideas for operations improvement.

NOTES: Credit should be given for applying other RELEVANT models. Student may have applied models to a specific area; this is fine if explained and appropriate

Sample comments

There is an excellent level of analysis of the operations challenges at Huada Plant. The analysis benefitted from the adept application of a range of analytical tools. You make some clear well-articulated suggestions for operations improvements at Huada Plant.

Some indicators of an A grade:

• Thorough, in-depth analysis
• Full range of models applied well to the company
• Deep analysis – critique of the important aspects for the company is given in the discussion of the model
• Evidence of some analysis – including some discussion of the company considerations
• Good ideas are put forward for improvement
• Section flows really well
• Thoughtful and creative solutions are proposed for Huada Plant
• Research beyond the case study
• Improvements are somewhat applied to the specific company

Part A

Complete a mind map/rich picture to identify and explore the people; management and technology issues at Huada Plant. Analyse how to improve the operations and Huada Plant considering these issues.

NOTES: This section links into other modules. So it can include theories/ideas from other modules, providing they are relevant to the recommendations. For example: change management; training; team work; project management etc. may be considered.

Sample comments

Well-presented mind map that highlighted the people; management and technology issues for Huada Plant. Good consideration of the possible negative outcomes and how to manage these.

Some indicators of an A grade:

• Thorough, in-depth consideration of the people; management and technology issues that may arise
• Good identification of relevant issues
• Explanation of how people; management and technology issues could be managed
• However, there needed to be more depth provided