Assessment Breakdown
Determine whether the hospital is capable of consistently achieving bed turnaround times of 120 minutes +/- 15 minutes without improving the process.
Develop an X-chart to be used in conjunction with an R-chart using Z =3 limits to monitor the bed turnaround times and indicate if the process is in control using these charts. (40%)
Using other quality tools, determine what needs to be improved in order to eliminate some of the causes of long turnaround times. (60%)
Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes that are being assessed in this assignment are:
a) Develop a critical understanding of the characteristics of operations systems and the various approaches that may be adopted in their design.
b) Select and implement appropriate strategies and methods for the quality control and improvement of operations.
c) Apply suitable tools and techniques for control of operations
d) Synthesise and solve complex problems using appropriate techniques.
