Case Study

Case Study
Choose company/organization and tell me before to start to ask my professor. FIRST, Select a company/organization to analyze its layout decisions. (E.g.: Hospital, Shop, Hypermarket, Supermarket, University, Beauty salon, charitable organization …etc.). This includes the 7 main types of layouts and the different methods used within each type. We have analyzed Google offices and McDonald’s layout during layout lectures, so DON’T choose them. SECOND, Gather photographs of the company of your choice and analyze the layout of their layout. THIRD, You need to include and analyze at least 10 photos; they should belong to one company but may be from different locations. (example: We analyzed Google offices in Toronto, NYC, etc…). FOURTH, You must write all references if any. Absence of references will be considered plagiarism. Assignment suspected of plagiarism, copying or cheating will be awarded 0 marks. No chance to re-do the assignment will be given. FIFTH, Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the topic(s) and issue(s). Presents an insightful and thorough analysis of all issues identified and demonstrates complete command of the strategic concepts and tools studied. SIXTH, information technology is Systematic and orderly. 7 main types of layouts: 1. Office layout. 2. Retail layout. 3. Warehouse layout. 4. Fixed-position layout. 5. Process-oriented layout. 6. Work-cell layout. 7. Product-oriented layout.