A global logistics company is evaluating whether to continue using conventional trucks or invest in electric trucks for its urban deliveries. The electric trucks are more expensive but environmentally friendly.

Evaluate the long$-$term financial and environmental impacts of switching to electric trucks for urban deliveries. Would you recommend this investment?

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A company has been using single$-$use plastic packaging for its products but is considering moving to reusable packaging. This shift could affect its supply chain in terms of cost and complexity.

Create a detailed plan for transitioning from single$-$use plastic to reusable packaging, including strategies to address supply chain complexities, cost, and sustainability goals.

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A retail company has implemented a reverse logistics system to handle returned goods but is struggling with high costs and inefficiencies.

Analyse the factors contributing to the high costs and inefficiencies in the company's reverse logistics system. What could be done to improve the system?

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A fashion brand has committed to sourcing $100\%$ of its materials sustainably within five years. However, this commitment increases supply chain costs and raises concerns among shareholders about profitability.

Evaluate the trade$-$offs between profitability and sustainability for the fashion brand's supply chain. Should the company prioritize sustainability even if it affects short$-$term profits?

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