Practical Operations Management
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Author: Simpson
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Chapter 5, Problem 3.4Q
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Interpretation: Utilization of WMA Fast lane installation at exit 53.
Concept Introduction: Utilization is a measurement of efficiency as it measures the effectiveness of a product/service against its capacity and the actual performance. It helps in reducing the costs as well as the wastages while efficiently managing the capacity of the products/services in maximizing the profits/performance.
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