An organisation is unable to build a good team of working people without good resources. Resources enables a high quality, on budget, time our stakeholders and customers. All this helps organising and managing suppliers, with relevant knowledge and training having correct development facilities will help meet commitments.
2
Choose a common household item on which to base this activity. Where do the resources used to make this item come from – internal or external sources? What constraints might impact on the acquisition and use of these resources?
Household item - Television
Source: Internal and External
Budget contraints, Human Resources, Qualifications
Availability, Governmental
Australian Standards
Supplier reliability
Plastic Components
Raw material supplies.
3
What is the link between resource acquisition and quality outputs?
High quality inputs with a constant monitoring and control will equal high quality outputs. Having a plan is necessary for a smooth running project. Agreeing on budgets suppliers and staff. to name a few.
4
Are the customers for the outputs of a team/ section/ division/ plant different from the customers for an organisation? Explain.
No they should all expect quality solutions and on time within budget. Both have needs that need to be met.
Activity 2
1
What might the consequences be of failing to involve a wide range of people in resource planning? 2
When planning resource use and acquisition what methodologies can be used to consult with customers, other stakeholders and employees?
Activity 3
1
Explain how procedures can support effective resource management. 2
Create a procedure that an organisation could implement for their employees to submit a resource proposal – a proposed resource purchase or expenditure item.