2019

• element of deign mix

  cost

  aesthetics

  functions
• internal source finance

  selling assests
• one drawback to a business using job production

  -all of the products are made by different workers.this means that they are not identical.as a result,the products will have different quality
• one pro of a business of producing high-quality products

  the business may charge higher prices. This could increase the difference between revenue and cost.Therefore,the profit margin on each product may increase
• send to employer

  -CV

  -application form
• Increase the productivity of the business

  -introducing new technology

  -retraining employees
• One benefit to a business in having a good relationship with its supplier

  -Suppliers are likely to become more reliable.This means the suppliers of raw materials are to arrive on time.Therefore,a business can successfully operate a just-in-time stock control system
• one advantage of a business improving its environmental sustainability

  -This may make a business appear more ethical. This may reduce any pressure group activity.Therefore, the brand image of the business may improve.
• barrier to international trade

  tariffs
• explain one method a business could use to differentiate its product

  -The business could add extra features/USP.This means the product is more attractive. Therefore, catching the customer's attention
• Explain one possible barrier to effective communication within a business.

  using a technical language or jargon. This may confuse the employees. Therefore, employees may not carry out their tasks correctly.
• Discuss the impact on a business of giving employees permanent contracts

  • Workers employed on permanent contracts are more likely to be feel secure in their job (AO1b).
  • Therefore, motivation may be higher, which may increase the productivity of the business. This will reduce the cost per unit (AO3a).

  OR

  • Workers employed on permanent contracts are less likely to leave the business (AO1b).
  • Therefore, the business may save money on recruiting and training new workers. This may allow money to be spent in other areas of the business to improve competitiveness (AO3a).