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, what other approaches can one take to analyze investment decisions?

  Application Case 6.9: Improving Job-Shop Scheduling Decisions through RFID: A Simulation-Based Assessment, pages 361-363 1.       In

situations such as what this case depicts

1., what other approaches can one take to analyze investment decisions?

 2.       How would one save time if an RFID chip can tell the exact location of a product in process?  

3.       Research to learn about the applications of RFID sensors in other settings.

Which one do you find most interesting?

SOLUTIONS 

 

  1. In addition to analyzing investment decisions based on financial metrics such as net present value, internal rate of return, and payback period, other approaches include:
  • Risk analysis: Assessing the potential risks and uncertainties associated with an investment decision and determining ways to mitigate or manage those risks.
  • Market analysis: Examining the current and projected market conditions, competition, and demand for the product or service being considered for investment.
  • Environmental analysis: Evaluating the social, economic, regulatory, and political factors that may impact the success of an investment.

  1. If an RFID chip can tell the exact location of a product in process, it would save time by reducing the need for manual tracking and monitoring. This could improve supply chain management, inventory control, and production efficiency. For example, a manufacturing company could use RFID technology to track the movement of raw materials and finished products through the production process, allowing for real-time monitoring and adjustments to optimize productivity and reduce waste.

  2. There are various applications of RFID sensors in different settings, including:

  • Healthcare: RFID-enabled wristbands or badges can be used to track patients, staff, and medical equipment, improving patient safety and inventory management.
  • Retail: RFID tags on products can help retailers to manage inventory, reduce theft, and improve customer experience by providing real-time product availability information.
  • Agriculture: RFID tags on livestock can help farmers to track and monitor the health and location of their animals, improving efficiency and animal welfare.