1) How does logistics work within the supply chain?

2) What are the performance objectives of the supply chain, and how does logistics support these objectives?

3) Bill Gates of Microsoft describes the 2000's as business@the speed of thought. Discuss the importance of speed in the supply chain. How can speed be increased within the supply chain?

4) What is meant by the term alignment in relation to supply chain processes? Why is alignment important in setting a strategy for a given supply chain?

5) What does flow mean in the supply chain context? Explain how material flow relates to information flow in a supply network.

Each question is worth 20 points !!!!! I will take off points for spelling and grammar along with content. Please cite any resource accordingly. Each question answer must be at least 250 words and address the question fully.