Assignment Description

Please note: this is an individual assignment.

In this project, you will propose and address three challenges faced by a company $-$ it can be your own, a fictitious company, or one you know, with each challenge directly related to the concepts learned during each week of the course. Using the lessons learned design and implement an action plan for every challenge that builds a resilient, triple$-$A$,$ green supply chain while aligning with the principles of lean, innovation and excellence, quality management, sustainability, and circular economy.

Assignment Structure

Introduction. Introduce the project's objective of addressing real challenges in the supply chain using concepts from each week of the course. Briefly present the three proposed challenges, each aligned with the content covered in a specific week.

Week $1$ Challenge: Lean Management Framework, Lean Tools and Lean Service. Clearly define the first challenge related to reducing waste and improving value using Lean Management principles from week $1.$ Analyze the challenge and develop a detailed action plan. Discuss how the action plan aligns with Lean concepts and contributes to cost reduction and quality improvement.

Week $2$ Challenge: Operations Excellence and Operational Innovation. Supply and Demand Frameworks and Quality Management. Supplier Relationship Management. Define the second challenge concerning aligning operations and supply chain for improved customer satisfaction using the concepts from week $2.$ Evaluate the challenge and develop a comprehensive action plan considering how it will foster collaboration and alignment with other areas of the company.

Week $3$ Challenge: Building a Resilient and Sustainable Supply Chain. Triple A Supply Chain. Circular Economy and Supply Chain. Present the third challenge of building a resilient and sustainable supply chain using the concepts from week $3.$ Address the challenge and propose sustainable strategies while highlighting the potential long$-$term benefits of adopting green and circular practices for the company.

Conclusion. Summarize the problem$-$solving approach used to tackle the three challenges. Reflect on the application of concepts learned throughout the course to address real$-$world supply chain problems and explain the potential positive impacts of the proposed action plans on the company's overall operations.

Grading

The following criteria will be followed to assess the quality and effectiveness of the Operations and Supply Chain Problem$-$Solving Challenge:

Problem Identification and Relevance $(25$ points$)$: Each of the three challenges proposed will be assessed for relevance and alignment with the course's content, with each challenge explicitly related to the concepts covered in a specific week.

Application of Course Concepts $(30$ points$)$: The student's ability to apply the lessons and concepts learned in each week to address the respective challenges will be evaluated. This includes the use of Lean Management principles and tools, operational innovation, supply and demand frameworks, quality management, supplier relationship management, triple$-$A supply chain, circular economy, and sustainability concepts.

Action Plan Quality $(25$ points$)$: The feasibility, specificity, and alignment of the action plans with the measurable competencies of the course will be assessed. Each plan should be well$-$developed, practical, and innovative, addressing the specific challenge while incorporating the relevant course concepts.

Critical Thinking and Analysis $(10$ points$)$: The depth of critical thinking, analysis, and problem$-$solving skills demonstrated in addressing the challenges and designing effective action plans will be evaluated.

Overall Structure and Presentation $(10$ points$)$: The project's organization, coherence, and professional presentation will be considered. The report should be well$-$structured, easy to follow, and include relevant data, visuals, or case examples to support the analysis and recommendations.

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