The key danger of overusing MTBF is:

Availability differs from reliability because it also accounts for:

What is the central function of the PLE Factory Configurator?

In INCOSE terminology, which of the following best describes the relationship between competency and competence?

The sharp decline in average tariff rates on industrial products around the world since the late 1940s is often attributed to the efforts of ______.

A “laissez-faire” manager yields leadership to the group, so that members function as a collection of equals.

A contingency approach recognizes that there is not just one best approach; the context determines which approach will work best in any given situation. (review all related terms)

After a performance evaluation, it is common for the manager to summarize the interview in writing in order to facilitate future evaluations.

Coercive power in group communication is a function of:    the consequences a person can impose (review all power relationships in a group)

Chapter 7 says groups tend to outperform individuals when:  standards of excellence are high.