Using the example provided in Figure 4-4 as a model, write a ...

[student77]

Using the example provided in Figure 4-4 as a model, write a 7-day staff schedule based on sales per-man-hour of 38 and total sales for the seven days of 30,134, which requires a total of 793 labor hours.
 
  Use sample projections to determine daily staff levels and project accordingly. Keep individuals' hours well below the 40 or you risk overtime.

Question 2

Describe the importance of and basic methods that can be used to evaluate the purchasing process.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

[daiying98]

Answer to Question 1

Easiest to use a Microsoft Excel spread sheet. Set 9 columns, reproducing the table, and add
total shift hours by server and then by day. Set the lower right cells to total the last row and
column (to confirm your accuracy). Manipulate the schedules until it adds to

Answer to Question 2

Purchasing should be evaluated to recognize its importance, to determine im-provement benchmarks, to control costs, to measure and reward performance of purchasers, and to make improvements.

The process of evaluation involves determining goals, measuring actual performance, and comparing goals and performance. Then any corrective actions can be taken and the results evaluated.

Factors used to evaluate purchasing should relate to product quality and quantity, timing of deliveries, and prices paid. Other factors include relationships among departments, creative assistance by vendors, effectiveness of policies, and performance of vendors.

[student77]

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[daiying98]

You're welcome