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Operations Management & Efficiency Flashcards

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  1. A residential cleaning company wants to reduce drive time between client homes. Which scheduling strategy is MOST effective?

    Answer: Cluster appointments geographically by neighborhood or zip code

    Geographic clustering minimizes travel time between jobs, reducing fuel costs and allowing more appointments per day.

  2. Which metric BEST measures the productivity of a cleaning team on a per-job basis?

    Answer: Revenue generated per labor hour

    Revenue per labor hour directly measures how efficiently the team converts work time into billable income.

  3. A cleaner consistently takes 30% longer than estimated on kitchen cleans. What is the BEST first step to address this?

    Answer: Observe and time their kitchen workflow to identify inefficiencies

    Observing and timing the workflow identifies the root cause — whether it's technique, product, or process — before any corrective action.

  4. What is the purpose of a 'job checklist' in residential cleaning operations?

    Answer: To ensure consistency and completeness across every clean

    Job checklists standardize the cleaning process so every client receives the same quality of service regardless of which team member is assigned.

  5. A cleaning business owner notices supply costs have risen 20% while revenue stayed flat. Which action addresses this MOST directly?

    Answer: Conduct a supply usage audit to identify waste or overuse

    A supply usage audit identifies whether cost increases stem from price changes, waste, theft, or overuse — enabling targeted corrective action.

  6. Which scheduling software feature is MOST valuable for a growing residential cleaning company?

    Answer: Automated reminders sent to clients before their appointment

    Automated client reminders reduce no-shows and last-minute cancellations, protecting revenue and enabling better crew utilization.

  7. What does 'job costing' mean in the context of a cleaning business?

    Answer: Calculating the actual cost of labor and supplies for each specific job

    Job costing assigns actual labor and supply expenses to each individual job, revealing true profitability per client or service type.