ASSIGNMENT QUESTIONS

SECTION $1$:

$[50$ Marks$]$

Question $1$

In business, strategic decisions are made on whether to make$-$or$-$buy products to improve overall productivity and cost.

$1\mathrm{.}1$ Your company has certain products$/$components that they prefer making themselves. What would be the rationale behind such decision? Include related examples to justify your answer.

$1\mathrm{.}2$ In some instances your company may favour buying product$/$s$.$ Explain the rationale for sourcing products$/$components external to the company. Include related examples to justify your answer.

Question $2$

From an Ethics point of view, explain your overall understanding of the role of ethics within a supply chain. Include an example$($s$)$ of how this can be to the detriment of your organisation if not practiced.

$(10)$

Question $3$

Explain the value and impact of 'single$-$ and multiple sourcing' within your organisation. Include relevant workplace examples to support your answer.

Supply Chain Management $1$

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Question $4$

Discuss the factors that your organisation uses in monitoring the external supply environment, with an example of each.

$(10)$