operations

=SMR Unit 2= =Learning Target 1= =Operations=

Part 1 Explain the nature of operations:
Read the following article and watch the powerpoint media type="custom" key="10241847"

and answer the questions at the end of the section. If the article is not available, please see your instructor for a copy

Part 2 Discuss the role of ethics in operations
//Choose four (4) of the articles listed this on link, be able to// //1. Define Business Ethics// //2. List the benefits of managing Ethics// //3. List the roles and repsonsibilites of Managing Ethics// //4. Describe the difference between a Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct// //5. Provide real life examples of ethical issues.// You will have the option of a presentation or a test for this section.

Complete Guide to Ethics Management: An Ethics Toolkit for Managers

 * [|Document Fills Void of Practical Ethics Information for Leaders and Managers]
 * [|What is Business Ethics?]
 * [|10 Myths About Business Ethics]
 * [|10 Benefits of Managing Ethics in the Workplace]
 * [|One Description of a Highly Ethical Organization]
 * [|Ethics Management Programs: An Overview]
 * [|8 Guidelines for Managing Ethics in the Workplace]
 * [|6 Key Roles and Responsibilities in Ethics Management]
 * [|Ethics Tools: Codes of Ethics]
 * [|Ethics Tools: Codes of Conduct]
 * [|Ethics Tools: Policies and Procedures]
 * [|Ethics Tools: Resolving Ethical Dilemmas (with Real-to-Life Examples)]
 * [|Ethics Tools: Training]

//Based on you understanding of Operations, discuss the role of ethics in Operations as described in your four articles,// //Include the following information:// Go to the presentations link below to choose your method of presenting your findings.
 * 1) //Article Titles//
 * 2) //Brief Summary of each//
 * 3) //Key Points overall//
 * 4) //Any quoted authors//
 * 5) //application for operations (how would this information impact the operations process)//
 * 6) //future implications of ethical issues//

Please see the rubric link below for grading guidelines.


 * Rubric**

**Part 3 Describe the use of technology in operations**
@http://prezi.com/ef-vp8r3gnr6/the-strategic-role-of-technology-in-operations/
 * Please review the Prezi Presentation and be ready to discuss.**