Short Term Production Goals and Objectives

Part Two: Short Term Production Goals and Objectives
The Board of Directors has decided to accept the recommendation to roll out the “Moon Mission to Jupiter’s Europa 1” for the holiday season of 2017. In a virtual meeting, led by Itza Yu, the production managers have had a “brainstorming” session and have created a list of short-term goals and objectives.
In reviewing the list, Itza Yu noted that some of the items on the list are sound short-term goals and objectives while others are not and therefore, should be removed. He also noted that some of the items do not fit well with the company’s vision and mission and will need to be eliminated.
Assuming the role of Itza Yu, students must determine whether the items on the list are “goals” or “objectives” and whether they should be adopted or abandoned. The list is as follows:
Short Term Goals and Objectives List
Production of quality MMTJE1 toys must start February 20th, 2017.
Production of quality MMTJE1 toys must start by July 1, 2017.
Dates for starting production set.
Completion dates for new personnel hire set.
MMTJE1 quality toys production.
Additional personnel must be hired by February 20th 2017.
Materials must be state of the art.
Completion dates for material purchase and delivery set.
3D printers must be purchased by February 20th, 2017.
3D printers must be purchased and installed by November 1, 2016
The first MMTJE1 toys should be produced by December 1, 2016.
QC should evaluate first toys by December 31, 2016.
Completion dates for QC standards will be determined by QC.
Safety standards should be determined by QC by May 1, 2016.
Materials must be purchased by and delivered by July 1, 2016.
New packages should be palletized by May 1, 2017.
Personnel for all production functions must be organized by March 31, 2016.
Shipping should begin immediately upon the nod from Quality Control.
Shipping should begin July 1, 2017.
Shipping start dates should be determined.
IT must confirm programming for 3D printers is complete by June 1, 2016.
3D machine operators must be trained by October 31, 2016.
Completion dates for 3D programming, training and installation set.
Maintenance for 3D printers must be done daily.
Personnel must be cross trained on the 3D printers.
Training on new equipment must be done by October 31, 2016.
Marketing will determine shipping start date.
Dates for personnel hire set.
Required Elements for Part Two:
From the list above, students should generate three lists. The first list should be a selection of “appropriate” short-term goals. The second list should be a selection of “appropriate” objectives. The third list should be those other goals and objectives that have been abandoned.
In completing this task, students are expected to demonstrate their understanding of the difference between “goals” and “objectives” and their choices should reflect this understanding.
Moreover, students are required to clearly explain their reasoning for the selection (of certain goals and objectives) and the abandonment of others. This analysis will be very helpful to Keith Wisternick and the Board of Directors of Galaxy Toys, Inc.
Step 13: Using the grading rubric as a comparison, read through the paper to ensure all required elements are presented.
Step 14: Proofread the paper for spelling and grammatical issues, and third person writing.
Use the spell and grammar check in Word as a first measure;
Have someone who has excellent English skills to proof the paper;
Consider submitting the paper to the Effective Writing Center (EWC). The EWC will provide 4-6 areas that may need improvement.
Step 15: Submit the paper in the Assignment Folder.
Due Date
Oct 2, 2016 11:59 PM
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Criteria Outstanding Superior Good Substandard Failure
Content: Created SWOT Analysis 1.68 points
Demonstrates an exceptional, thorough and insightful understanding of the key concepts, principles and theories of SWOT analysis.
(1.512 – 1.68)
1.428 points
Demonstrates excellent understanding of the key concepts, principles and theories of SWOT analysis.
(1.344 – 1.511)
1.26 points
Demonstrates satisfactory understanding of the key concepts, principles and theories of SWOT analysis.
(1.176 – 1.343)
1.092 points
Demonstrates limited understanding of the key concepts, principles and theories of SWOT analysis.
(0.01 – 1.175)
0 points
Failed to demonstrate understanding of the key concepts, principles and theories of SWOT analysis.
(0)
Content: Detailed Explanation of SWOT 1.89 points
Demonstrates an exceptional ability to use specific case study information and provide detailed explanations as to what considerations led to the determination that certain facts should be classified as strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
(1.701 – 1.89)
1.6065 points
Demonstrates excellent ability to use specific case study information and provide many explanations as to what considerations led to the determination that certain facts should be classified as strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
(1.512 – 1.70)
1.4175 points
Demonstrates satisfactory ability to use specific case study information and provide some explanations as to what considerations led to the determination that certain facts should be classified as strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
(1.323 – 1.511)
1.2285 points
Demonstrates limited ability to use specific case study information and provide detailed explanations as to what considerations led to the determination that certain facts should be classified as strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
(0.01 – 1.322)
0 points
Fails to identify, isolate and classify any salient facts from the case study that would, with an explanation of its relevance, determine the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of the business used in the case study.

(0)
Use of Resources: Application to Explain Concepts and Skills in Creating SWOT 1.68 points
Demonstrates an exceptional ability to make appropriate and powerful connections between identified issues/problems and the concepts studied in the course readings and case study fact pattern.
(1.512 – 1.68)
1.6065 points
Demonstrates excellent ability to make appropriate connections between identified issues/problems and the concepts studied in the course readings and case study fact pattern.
(1.344 – 1.511)
1.4175 points
Demonstrates satisfactory ability to make appropriate connections between identified issues/problems and the concepts studied in the course readings and case study fact pattern.
(1.176 – 1.343)
1.2285 points
Demonstrates limited ability to make appropriate connections between identified issues/problems and the concepts studied in the course readings and case study fact pattern.
(0.01 – 1.175)
0 points
Fails to demonstrate ability to use facts and course material to structure ideas.
(0)
Content: Make Decision for Keith’s Recommendation and Explain 1.68 points
Makes a decision based on conclusions drawn with an exceptional analysis and evaluation of the SWOT, vision, mission and long-term goals for the business.
(1.512 – 1.68)
1.428 points
Makes a decision based on conclusions drawn with an excellent analysis and evaluation of the SWOT, vision, mission and long-term goals for the business.
(1.344 – 1.511)
1.26 points
Makes a decision based on conclusions drawn with a satisfactory analysis and evaluation of the SWOT, vision, mission and long-term goals for the business.
(1.176 – 1.343)
1.092 points
Makes a decision based on unclear conclusions and/or minimal analysis or evaluation of SWOT, vision, mission, and long-term goals for the business.
(0.01 – 1.175)
0 points
Fails to make a decision based on conclusions drawn with the analysis and evaluation of SWOT, vision, mission and long-term goals of the business.
(0)
Content: Goals and Objectives 1.89 points
Demonstrates exceptional comprehension of the difference between goals and objectives by creating three separate lists and selected choices have no incorrect choices.
(1.701 – 1.89)
1.6065 points
Demonstrates excellent comprehension of the difference between goals and objectives by creating three separate lists and selected choices have no more than 1-3 incorrect choices.
(1.512 – 1.7)
1.4175 points
Demonstrates satisfactory comprehension of the difference between goals and objectives by creating three separate lists and selected choices have no more than 4-5 incorrect choices.
(1.323 – 1.511)
1.2285 points
Demonstrates minimal comprehension of the difference between goals and objectives by either creating two rather than three separate lists and/or selected choices that reflect 6 or more incorrect choices.
(0.01 – 1.322)
0 points
Lists are not created or discussed.
(0)
Content: Explain Reasoning for the Selection of Individual Goals and Objectives/Abandonment of Others 1.68 points
Demonstrates an exceptional ability to clearly explain reasoning for the selection of individual goals and objectives and the abandonment of others by making appropriate and powerful connections between identified goals and objectives and the concepts studied in the course readings and the case study fact pattern.