Operation plan is a system whereby there is achieved a smooth and coordinated flow of work within the factory so that, by planning and control of all the productive operations in all the stages of manufacture, the final product is completed in accordance with the plans.Wright Following are the elements of operation plan:
(i) Routing: It is a process which determines the exact path a product has to follow right from raw material till its transformation into finished product.
(ii) Scheduling: It means fixation of time, day, date when each operation is to be commenced and completed.
(iii) Dispatching: It is the process of initiating production according to pre-conceived production plan. It involves issuing necessary orders instructions, guidelines, etc.
(iv) Follow-up: It relates to evaluation and appraisal of work performed.A properly planned follow-up procedure is helpful in finding errors and defects in the work.
(v) Inspection: Inspection is the art of comparing materials, product or performance with established standards. This helps to set up laboratories or evolve methods to ensure predetermined quality of product.
(vi) Shipping: It describes the flow of goods/services from production to the consumers. It is a detailed presentation by the entrepreneur explaining the chronological steps in completing a business transaction efficiently and profitably.
