C215 WGU Operations Mgmt- Post Exam.Final Test Paper
2026\2027.
Demand-Based Options
includes two reactive options and one proactive
option
Reactive option
the operations department uses inventories and
back orders to react to demand fluctuations
Proactive option
marketing tries to shift the demand patterns to
minimize demand fluctuations
Capacity-Based Options
changes output capacity to meet demand
finished goods inventory
used to absorb demand fluctuations; allows your
company to develop a stable work environment
Shifting demand
proactive marketing approach to leveling demand in
which your company tries to change consumer
buying patterns by offering incentives
level aggregate plan
, C215 WGU Operations Mgmt- Post Exam.Final Test Paper
2026\2027.
maintains a constant workforce and produces the
same amount of product in each time period of the
plan
The level plan is often used with make-to-stock
products such as...
stereos, kitchen appliances, and hardware
To calculate the number of employees needed...
divide the number of units needed per month by the
monthly output per employee
chase aggregate plan
produces exactly what is needed to satisfy demand
during each period
This may be a better option when a company
produces make-to-order products such as custom
cabinets, special-purpose equipment, one-of-a-
kind items, or highly perishable products
chase aggregate plan
hybrid aggregate plan
2026\2027.
Demand-Based Options
includes two reactive options and one proactive
option
Reactive option
the operations department uses inventories and
back orders to react to demand fluctuations
Proactive option
marketing tries to shift the demand patterns to
minimize demand fluctuations
Capacity-Based Options
changes output capacity to meet demand
finished goods inventory
used to absorb demand fluctuations; allows your
company to develop a stable work environment
Shifting demand
proactive marketing approach to leveling demand in
which your company tries to change consumer
buying patterns by offering incentives
level aggregate plan
, C215 WGU Operations Mgmt- Post Exam.Final Test Paper
2026\2027.
maintains a constant workforce and produces the
same amount of product in each time period of the
plan
The level plan is often used with make-to-stock
products such as...
stereos, kitchen appliances, and hardware
To calculate the number of employees needed...
divide the number of units needed per month by the
monthly output per employee
chase aggregate plan
produces exactly what is needed to satisfy demand
during each period
This may be a better option when a company
produces make-to-order products such as custom
cabinets, special-purpose equipment, one-of-a-
kind items, or highly perishable products
chase aggregate plan
hybrid aggregate plan
