?Addressing the Operations Manager's responsibilities for the personalized healthy meal kit startup: ?Upstream Activities: ?Identifying and collaborating with local farms to source fresh ingredients: ?- Conduct market research to identify local farms that align with the startup's values and can reliably provide high-quality.?Managing inventory and transportation of perishable goods: ?- Implement a robust inventory management system that closely tracks the inbound and outbound flow of ingredients.?- Establish direct relationships with these farms through partnerships or long-term supply agreements.