MGT 322 Saudi Electronic University Managing Logistics Internationally Discussion

With chapter 4, we begin Part 2 of the text. Part 2 consists of chapters 4 – 7.

Here, the focus is on the centre of our model of logistics: the flow of materials, lead times and the network in a global context. The logistics task ultimately boils down to orchestrating the flow of materials and information in the supply chain

The aim of Chapter 4 is to provide an understanding of the internationalisation of logistics in a constantly changing global environment and what impact this is having on supply networks.

Please select any one of the six short case studies and answer the questions at the end of case description.

Submission should be at least two (2) pages, double spaced, 10pt. Arial or Calibri font. Charts are welcome and valued as supporting resource.

Submissions will be graded based on effort, critical thinking and grammatical structure.

Rubric:

Why did you choose this case

Relevance to the course

Brief Summary of case

Findings and conclusions with support

There are four (4) case studies in Chapter 4. Please select any one of the four for your assignment. All cases should be submitted individually.

Use the text and lecture material to frame the case summary. Each case is tied to a specific section of the chapter.

Each case has a different theme.

Case 4.1 This case provides the opportunity to explore the enormous challenges of coordinating global supply chains across many national and international obstacles for such an ambitious project

Case 4.2 This case uses real examples of comparative advantage in the supply chain and the power of total cost of ownership.

Case 4.3 Explores how economies of scale can lie alongside more flexible distribution arrangements.

Case 4.4 Focuses on cost/time trade-offs:

Textbook

Harrison, A., & van Hoek, R. (2011). Logistics management & strategy: Competing through thesupply chain (4th ed.). Essex, England: Prentice Hall. ISBN: 9780273730224 (print version);ISBN: 9781447915768 (electronic version).