This document is a PowerPoint presentation that outlines the key topics to be covered in a chapter on operations and productivity. The presentation covers the definition of operations management and how organizations are structured. It discusses important historical contributors to operations management such as Eli Whitney, Henry Ford, and W. Edwards Deming. Additionally, it compares characteristics of goods and services, noting the growth of the services sector. Productivity measurement and challenges are also outlined. The overall document provides an overview of the chapter's content and learning objectives.