Question: Problem 13.10

a. Use problem above…..mary is considering two more mixed strategies. Using the data compare plans C and D with plans A and B and make a recommendation

i. Plan C: Keep the current workforce steady at a level producing 1300 units per month. Subcontract the remainder to meet demand. Assume that 300 units remaining from June are available in July.

ii. Plan D- Keep the current workforce at a level capable of producing 1300 units per month. Permit a maximum of 20% overtime at a premium of $40 per unit. Assume that warehouse limitations permit no more than a 180 unit carryover from month to month. This plan keeps that any time inventories reach 180 the plant is kept idle. Idle time per unit is $60 per incremental unit.