Greg needs to know his fixed costs, variable costs, and price per car wash to determine his break-even point.

For example, if:

Fixed costs (rent, bills) = £100/day

Variable cost per car wash (soap, sponges) = £5

Price per car wash = £10

The break-even point is when revenue = costs, which means washing 20 cars per day (£10 × 20 = £200 revenue, covering fixed and variable costs).

Number of customers (C) is incorrect , as this is calculated from the break-even formula , not an input.

Number of employees (E) is incorrect , as it is not a direct factor in the break-even calculation (only their wages as part of fixed costs).

(LO 1.3)

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Optimising the supply chain brings benefits such as increased flexibility , higher profit margins , better demand forecasting , and waste reduction .

Use of AI and technology (D) is incorrect because it is a method to achieve supply chain optimisation, not a benefit itself.

(LO 1.1, See p.3)

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The primary goal of supplier development is to add value to the supply chain, not just to reduce costs.

Option A is incorrect because supplier development is not solely about cost reduction—it also focuses on quality and efficiency .

Option B is incorrect because reducing suppliers is not always the goal; sometimes businesses want a wider supplier base.

Option D is incorrect because no system can eliminate logistics risks entirely—there will always be uncertainties .

(See LO 1.1, p.2)

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A forcefield diagram identifies forces (e.g., people or factors) that support or oppose change. This model, developed by Kurt Lewin , helps organisations assess and manage resistance to change. (See p.196)

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Outsourcing replaces fixed costs with variable costs —companies only pay for what they use , rather than maintaining their own fleet.

Option A is incorrect because gaining market access is a benefit of offshoring , not outsourcing.

Option C is incorrect as there is no mention of shareholders in the scenario.

Option D is incorrect since the inefficiency trap relates to offshoring .

(LO 1.2, See p.44)

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Disintermediation refers to removing intermediaries from a supply chain, meaning companies deal directly with consumers or suppliers .

Option B (selling without an estate agent) removes the real estate broker .

Option C (farm selling directly to the public) removes the retailer/middleman .

Option A is incorrect because buying a forest is backward vertical integration .

Option D is incorrect because relocating a call centre is offshoring .

Option E is incorrect because hiring an external company for services is outsourcing , not disintermediation.

(LO 1.2, See p.23)

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Option B is correct because Operations Strategy helps build a competitive advantage for the organisation.

Option C is correct because Operations Strategy must align with the overall organisational goals .

Option A is incorrect —it is Supply Chain Management that focuses on external processes.

Option D is incorrect because Operations Strategy is long-term , not short-ranged.

(See LO 2.1, p.63)

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The system used is ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) since it links multiple business functions such as HR and finance. MRP and MRPII are primarily used for manufacturing/operations, and KPI refers to performance measurement rather than a system. (See LO 3.3)

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Foster’s land management-based approach suggests that business strategy should not be dictated from the top down . Instead, it should involve both formal and informal groups throughout the organisation. This helps prevent artificial decision-making and misalignment between leaders and employees.

(LO 2.1, See p.77)

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