discussing forecasting techniques for calculating fuel prices and the pros and cons of outsourcing in organizations. Discussion 1 Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 9: Forecasting. From Chapter 9, answer Discussion Question 1: Which forecasting techniques do you think should be used in calculating fuel prices? Time series models? Causal models?…
finding and summarizing a recent article on a current issue in the trucking industry, discussing its causes and industry response, and leading a class discussion on the topic. Assignment – Transportation Topics – Trucking Find a recent article (from 2022-24) that covers a current issue in the trucking industry (LTL, TL, Parcel, etc). …
This assignment requires students to discuss different aspects of supply chain management, including enterprise resource planning systems and just-in-time/lean production, based on readings from the textbook. Discussion 1 Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 12 Supplement: Supply Chain Information Systems. From the end of Chapter 12S, answer Discussion Question 3: SAP…
This assignment is about analyzing the role of technology in the supply chain industry and discussing the future of supply chain management, as well as the major challenges faced by supply chain managers and how they can be managed. This assignment is about answering questions related to academic writing standards, plagiarism, and submission guidelines. This…
analyzing a case study and providing a recommendation for a major problem, including possible solutions and a rationale for the chosen solution. The case study link is provided below for the Case Study 1. Read and study the case and complete the questions at the end of the study. Use the case study outline below…
discussing the importance of aligning job descriptions, communication, and compensation strategy with an organization’s mission, goals, and strategic plan in the context of a healthcare organization serving elderly individuals. Chapter 3 discusses various aspects of strategic planning. As noted in the textbook, it is important to link performance management to strategy. For this discussion board,…
writing a 2-4 page essay in APA format on the topic of supply chain and reverse logistics, using information from the course readings and additional research from the APUS Online Library. Week 1: Supply Chain and Reverse Logistics Overview Review Chapter 10 in the book, Supply Chain and Logistics Management Made Easy: Methods and Applications…
critically analyzing the future of supply chain management, the role of technology in e-procurement processes, major issues faced by supply chain managers, the impact of ICT in e-auctions and negotiations, and how supply chain managers should students to write a paper in APA style, free of spelling and grammar errors, with proper referencing and word…
best practices in PSM, the role of management in supply networks, the concept of supply networks, the most impactful research direction, and the importance of continued research in SCM and business, and the balancing act of control and innovation for What are some of the best practices in PSM? What is the role of management…
analyzing the case of FTJCo and identifying the key problems and necessary resources and capabilities for the company to develop a responsible gold supply chain. please read the case and answer the five questiosn below, in 2 -3pages, single space. 1.Briefly, what is the general setting of this case? 2. Describe the gold supply chain.…