Theory Work - Industrial and Commercial Practice

A knowledge and understanding of industrial and commercial practice is essential if you are to fully understand how things are manufactured and the effects this manufacturing has on the planet.

Globalisation effects every country in the world.  Companies now choose to manufacture their products in LEDCs because it's cheaper to do so.  Is this ethical?  Complete the task above - this will give you an idea of  what is behind globalisation.

The sheet above outlines concerns about value issues - use the sheet and do some research covering the bullet points.

Complete a product analysis of the net-book shown above - print the sheet out if you need to.  When you have completed the analysis discuss why the computer is made in a foreign country.  Would the price of £200 change if this was manufactured in England?  Why?

Internet sales and marketing are key to the success of many businesses.  Complete the activities on the sheets shown below which will help you to understand how the Internet and electronic communication is essential in the modern world.

Using the sheet above outline the advantages for the business and the consumer of Internet sales marketing and the disadvantages.  Think carefully about each.

Email is a fast and effective means of communication.  Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of email as a method of communication for businesses.  Use the sheet above - print it out if you need to.  Do some research on EDI - electronic data interchange - what's it used for and how?

Complete the questions on the sheet above to see how you are progressing!

EPOS is an effective method of tracking sales and monitoring stock levels - read the sheet above and complete the task.  Where is EPOS most commonly used?  Why is a 2D bar code more effective in tracking stock?