$1.$ What are the key supply chain challenges faced by Chinese Pharmaceuticals $($HK$)$ Limited for their product Noto$37?2.$ How does the nature of Chinese Pharmaceuticals' business impact the design of its supply chain? Discuss at least three factors. $3.$ Explain the concept of simple exponential smoothing forecasting. How is it applied in this case study? $4.$ What is the significance of the alpha value in exponential smoothing? How can the optimal alpha value be determined? $5.$ Compare and contrast simple exponential smoothing with adaptive forecasting. Why might adaptive forecasting not always lead to better results? $6.$ Describe how trend and seasonality adjustments can improve forecasting accuracy. Why are these particularly important for Chinese Pharmaceuticals? $7.$ Explain the difference between inventory level and inventory position. Why is this distinction important for effective inventory management? $8.$ What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of vertically integrating manufacturing for Chinese Pharmaceuticals? $9.$ How can Chinese Pharmaceuticals use forecasting methods to improve its inventory management and reduce the likelihood of stockouts? $10.$ Discuss the trade$-$offs Chinese Pharmaceuticals faces in terms of holding inventory versus the risk of stockouts. How might improved forecasting help balance these concerns?