Product design at Regal Marine

The chosen case should be read and analyzed. An initial attempt should be made to develop models and answer questions at the end of the case, if necessary. Cases will then be analyzed through the development of a Managerial Report, which is due at the beginning of the class period. Cases turned in late will receive a 25-point deduction.

Each person must generate the models, answer the questions, and write a Managerial Report for four cases. Students will have the opportunity to write a fifth case, if not satisfied with the score on a prior submission as a substitution (for one of the four prior submissions). These are worth 50 points each. The report should include the following: (Questions 1-4 found at end of case study on page 190)

Managerial Report Outline – (Use boldface terms/phrases below as section headers)

Summary - Briefly, in your own words, discuss the critical components of the case (up to 5 points)

Key Concept/Problem Statement, Techniques and Models – What is the key concept related to this case and how could a) the problem be solved or b) situation be optimized for better operations? What Operations Management/Management Science techniques and models will be used and why? (up to 5 points possible)

Question Answers – Provide complete answers to all questions, referring to computer printouts when appropriate. Printouts may be incorporated into the text of the report or as an Appendix (up to 30 points possible)

Conclusion – What did you learn by doing this case that helped you either understand the material better or enable you to see how this topic does or could benefit your organization (up to 10 points possible).

The report should be 4-10 pages, typed and double-spaced, APA formatted, plus POM/Excel OM printouts (for quantitative cases). Page length varies based on the case selected by the student. Managerial Reports are not a team assignment. Cases should have a cover page that includes: Case Title, Student Name and Date of Submission.