Prep for Module 4 | Practice Operations

Capacity Calculator

Balance Staffing with Demand

Match Your Capacity to Demand

In Module 4, you manage hiring across multiple departments. Too few workers? Orders pile up. Too many? You're burning cash on idle staff. This game builds the balancing instinct you need.

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Under-staffed
Lost sales, angry customers
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Over-staffed
Wasted wages, lower profit

πŸ’‘ The Key Insight

Hiring takes time. New workers don't start instantly β€” you need to plan ahead. Watch the demand forecast and adjust your staff BEFORE you need them.

Current Week
1
Cash
$10,000
Score
0
πŸ“Š Demand Forecast (Units)
πŸ‘₯ Department Staffing
This Week's Demand
200
Your Capacity
150
Under capacity!
Weekly Payroll
$0
Weeks Left
8
Final Score
0
points
Demand Met
0%
Cash Remaining
$0

πŸ‘₯ Module 4 Staffing Tips

  • Hire ahead: New employees take a turn to start β€” don't wait until you're desperate
  • Balance departments: Receiving, Production, and Shipping all need coverage
  • Train for flexibility: Cross-trained workers can shift between departments
  • Watch utilization: High utilization = potential bottleneck, not just efficiency
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Week Complete

Demand 200 units
Capacity 180 units
Units Fulfilled 180 units
Revenue +$1,800
Payroll -$900
Lost Sales Penalty -$100
Week Profit +$800