Some General Points of Guidance
You do not need to conduct in depth analysis using the equations we have looked at in supply chain planning or in global supply chain design
You can consider the different variables which are used in these equations, which impact on supply chain planning and network design
Part of the task is to manage the level of content in the time period you have. In your future careers you will be asked to present on projects for which you have undertaken considerable work; the skill is ensuring you get across what you think are the key points to your audience, which makes them want to find out more.
Don't be afraid to question the approach your client is taking - they are obviously experts in their field for their company and you have had limited insight into their operations and they know this. However, we are asking you to consider your role to be that of a consultant, to bring in a different perspective, to question. As long as you are taking a logical approach which is well supported, your recommendations and insight are welcomed!
The Task
Critically analyse the challenges that your company faces managing their global supply chains. Outline how the company has addressed these challenges where possible and present your recommendations.
You must ensure that you cover the key aspects of global supply chain management which we have discussed in topics one to five; however we would advise that you focus your presentation on just one or two of these topics which you consider to be especially relevant to your company’s operations.
You must therefore justify why you view these topics as being of particular importance for your company.
Each group must include application of appropriate frameworks in their presentation. Presentations which are mainly descriptive will be marked down as per the assessment criteria. All material must be clearly referenced using Harvard.
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