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With reference to appropriate theory and the company, discuss the key tensions or dilemmas involved in being an ethical company.

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Ambrose

Description Note: Fictitious scenario In the clothing industry, keeping input and distribution costs under control are an important driver for financial returns. In the last few years, these costs have been rising. Profitability in the sector is under pressure. To address profitability concerns, the board of directors of Patagonia (Patagonia.com) are considering two proposals Proposal […]

Critically discuss modern methods of inventory management in an operational environment and critically evaluate these terms with more traditional models such as re-order point and EOQ.

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Ambrose

Question 1 Critically evaluate the issues involved in relation to the effective Logistical movement of products. Consider how the Covid-19 Pandemic has changed the Logistical approach here. Provide THREE examples from the academic literature to underpin your arguments. Consider the wider network here and the utilisation of a HUB and Spoke Network. Question 2 […]

Briefly describe the types of public promotion that have been provided to each mode of transportation. Explain the rationale for each.

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Ambrose

Briefly describe the types of public promotion that have been provided to each mode of transportation. Explain the rationale for each. Do you think any of the modes have been particularly advantaged or disadvantaged by public promotion? Explain why .

What supply chain problems and risks are or could be involved in outsourcing this production to China and how could such risks be mitigated?Explain

Posted on March 1, 2021 by Ambrose

The international outsourcing of manufacturing is a growing phenomenon today. A UK based company called Fallowfield Cabinets Ltd., located in Manchester, UK was established in 1980 and makes high quality wooden cabinets and dressers. It only uses European wood in the production and now ensures that this comes from sustainable sources. It is a […]

Discuss the impact of Covid-19 crisis on the operational functioning of global supply chains within various industries, identify areas for improvement and suggest food for thought.

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Ambrose

Discuss the impact of Covid-19 crisis on the operational functioning of global supply chains within various industries, identify areas for improvement and suggest food for thought.

Look up the article “Internet Technology Use Across the Food Industry Supply Chain” written by Martin Dresner, Yuliang Yao and Johathan Palmer.Summarize what they found about the use of the Internet at that time frame.

Posted on February 23, 2021 by Ambrose

Description This really is the combination of Paper 1 and Paper 2 with Paper 3. Go to the APUS online library. Look up the article “Internet Technology Use Across the Food Industry Supply Chain” written by Martin Dresner, Yuliang Yao and Johathan Palmer. Summarize what they found about the use of the Internet at that […]

choose an organisation or business like an automotive company or a hospital. Produce an essay elaborating on the key operation, logistics and supply chain management issues faced by the operations and supply chain manager in this particular organisation.

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Ambrose

You must choose an organisation or business like an automotive company (in manufacturing industry) or a hospital (in service sector). You are not supposed to choose any company which we are dealing with in seminars like Arnold Palmer hospital, Frito Lay or Hard Rock Caffe. You need to produce an essay elaborating on the key […]

Write a 1-2 page reflection paper explaining how Saint Leo University’s core value, “personal development” and the Supply Chain Manager Competency Model can contribute to creating better practicing supply managers for the global economy.

Posted on February 18, 2021 by Ambrose

Description The core value Personal Development; Saint Leo University stresses the development of every person’s mind, spirit, and body for a balanced life. All members of the Saint Leo University community must demonstrate their commitment to personal development to help strengthen the character of our community. This assignment will require you to reflect on the […]

What are the implications of Charles Leadbeater’s vision of the future of collaborative or open-source innovation for how companies organize their research and development processes and organization?Discuss

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Ambrose

What are the implications of Charles Leadbeater’s vision of the future of collaborative or open-source innovation for how companies organize their research and development processes and organization?

Explain what expenses and costs facing today’s air industry.Evaluate what the current fuel costs does to the industry and how they affect the ticket prices and the patrons’ flying occurrences.

Posted on February 16, 2021 by Ambrose

Description Explain what expenses and costs facing today’s air industry. In addition, evaluate what the current fuel costs does to the industry and how they affect the ticket prices and the patrons’ flying occurrences. Use the following references: Dilinger, Robert (2003). American Transportation Policy www.transportation.gov Other academic sources (airline reports/scholarly journals) retrieved online Use APA […]

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With reference to appropriate theory and the company, discuss the key tensions or dilemmas involved in being an ethical company.

Critically discuss modern methods of inventory management in an operational environment and critically evaluate these terms with more traditional models such as re-order point and EOQ.

Briefly describe the types of public promotion that have been provided to each mode of transportation. Explain the rationale for each.

What supply chain problems and risks are or could be involved in outsourcing this production to China and how could such risks be mitigated?Explain

Discuss the impact of Covid-19 crisis on the operational functioning of global supply chains within various industries, identify areas for improvement and suggest food for thought.

Look up the article “Internet Technology Use Across the Food Industry Supply Chain” written by Martin Dresner, Yuliang Yao and Johathan Palmer.Summarize what they found about the use of the Internet at that time frame.

choose an organisation or business like an automotive company or a hospital. Produce an essay elaborating on the key operation, logistics and supply chain management issues faced by the operations and supply chain manager in this particular organisation.

Write a 1-2 page reflection paper explaining how Saint Leo University’s core value, “personal development” and the Supply Chain Manager Competency Model can contribute to creating better practicing supply managers for the global economy.

What are the implications of Charles Leadbeater’s vision of the future of collaborative or open-source innovation for how companies organize their research and development processes and organization?Discuss

Explain what expenses and costs facing today’s air industry.Evaluate what the current fuel costs does to the industry and how they affect the ticket prices and the patrons’ flying occurrences.