decided to enter the video game market with its Xbox gaming console executives had to make a strategic decision whether to manufacture the Xbox or outsource the manufacturing. After some studies‚ it was decided that they did not have manufacturing and logistics capabilities and decided to outsource the assembly and significant logistics functions to Flextronics‚ a Singapore-based contract manufacture. Microsoft already knew Flextronics because they had already contracted out the manufacture of
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marketing and major logistics objectives. Although marketing and logistics can be classified as two totally different subjects in the University‚ there are a lot of similarities‚ and undoubtedly‚ some critical differences. In this article‚ I will begin by discussing the similarities and differences between major marketing and logistics objectives‚ followed by some other discussion on warehousing and inventory management issues. First of all‚ one of the major objectives of both logistics and marketing
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Field of study: Reverse Logistics | Topic: Managing returns for increased Reverse Logistics profits. | | | Research Proposal Alcuin Ninian Dhilip II MIB‚ 11SJCCMIB00 Managing returns for increased Reverse Logistics profits Reverse Logistics is one the most overlooked elements of the complete operation cycle. There is a perception that returns are a necessary evil to be avoided at all costs‚ Even though reuse of products and materials
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strives to establish a “superior supply chain” in the U.S. tire division‚ numerous internal changes have been made. Over the last three years‚ the organization has built a hierarchy of collaborative teams to develop and implement strategies that drive cost‚ time‚ and complexity out of the supply chain. Introduction Atlas faced significant financial challenges at the outset of 200X. Founded in 1905‚ the company was in the midst of a severe downturn. In the prior two years‚ consecutive losses were posted
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Principles of Logistics Management Istanbul 2012 12.12.2012 2 Logistics Management • Logistics is the art and science of managing and controlling the flow of goods‚ energy‚ information and other resources from the source of production to the marketplace. • Logistics Management is the process of planning‚ implementing and controlling the efficient‚ effective flow and storage of goods‚ services‚ and related information from point of origin to point of consumption for the purpose
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being a knight in the Middle Ages in Europe. Knights deserve to be above nobles because of all the work they do. Knights deserve to be higher because they have difficult and extended training. They also have a complex and astonishing lifestyle. They have essential and crucial duties to do. They impact history and influence the world today. They need to be higher because the knights work very hard and medieval life was complex and difficult for knights. Knights formed a group called The Religious
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Degree Enrolled In: Master of International Business (MIB) and Master of Logistics Management (MLM) Student No: 305044575 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 1 2 GREEN STRATEGIES AND LEAN STRATEGIES 1 3 REVERSE LOGISTICS STRATEGY 2 4 E-LOGISTICS STRATEGY 3 4.1 Forward E-logistics 3 4.1.1 Procurement 3 4.1.2 Inventory Management and Warehousing 3 4.1.3 Transportation and Delivery Management 4 4.2 Reverse E-logistics 4 5 GREEN PURCHASING STRATEGY 5 5.1 Green Purchasing Policy 5 5.2
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Dell and the SEC Kent H. Shanks Argosy University-Hawaii Dr. Gholam Khaleghi August 14‚ 2013 Abstract This research paper describes the crisis scenario of Dell‚ Inc. as the company faced securities fraud allegations and the leadership style which was present during this crisis period. The leadership styles are analyzed and evaluated to determine how decision-making was impacted by the diverse styles used by the firm. The research presents an alternate style which would be effective during
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variety of core fundamentals which give Dell the competitive advantage it needs to regain its position as the leading manufacturer of IT products and services. Dell’s build-to-order manufacturing strategy is one of the main areas that differentiate it from its competitors in the IT industry. By introducing this strategy Dell were able to keep inventory to a minimum of six to seven days which enabled the company to operate as efficiently as possible and pass on the cost savings they made to the customer
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Haier Logistics’ revolution Case Studies Haier Logistics’ revolution Case Studies 1、 Background Haier is the world ’s largest home appliance brand‚ founded in 1984 in Qingdao; the current Chairman of the Board‚ CEO Zhang Ruimin is one of the main founders. At present‚ Haier has established 21 worldwide industrial park‚ five R & D centers‚ 19 overseas trading companies‚ employs more than 70‚000 people worldwide. In 2011‚ Haier achieved a global turnover of 150.9 billion yuan‚ the brand value was
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