BU$1303$ Supply Chain Management

Assignment #$1$

Winter $2024$

The Role of Supply Chains in Globalization: A Comprehensive Analysis

Assignment Objective:

The objective of this assignment is to provide students with a deep understanding of the pivotal role that supply chains play in the globalization of organizations. Students will explore the contributions required for supply chains to foster success in companies operating on a global scale.

Instructions:

Part $1$: Supply Chains and Globalization $(30$ points$)$

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Globalization and Its Impact $(10$ points$)$

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Define globalization and discuss its impact on businesses and markets.

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Analyze how globalization has influenced the evolution of supply chains.

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Benefits and Risks of Global Supply Chains $(15$ points$)$

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Evaluate the benefits of engaging in global supply chains.

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Examine the potential risks and drawbacks associated with global supply chain operations.

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Case Study Analysis $(5$ points$)$

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Choose a real$-$world company that has successfully globalized its supply chain.

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Analyze the strategies employed by the chosen company and highlight key factors contributing to its success.

Part $2$: Contributions Required for Supply Chain Success $(40$ points$)$

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Innovation in Supply Chains $(15$ points$)$

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Discuss the role of innovation in supply chains and how it contributes to overall success.

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Provide examples of innovative practices in supply chain management.

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Sustainability in Supply Chains $(15$ points$)$

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Explore the concept of sustainable supply chains.

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Evaluate the importance of incorporating sustainable practices for long$-$term success.

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Collaboration and Communication $(10$ points$)$

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Examine the significance of collaboration and effective communication within supply chains.

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Provide recommendations for improving and collaboration among supply chain partners.

Part $3$: Conclusion and Recommendations $(10$ points$)$

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Summary $(5$ points$)$

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Summarize the key points discussed in the assignment.

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Recommendations $(5$ points$)$

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Offer recommendations for companies looking to enhance their supply chain strategies in the era of globalization.

General Assignment Guidelines:

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The assignment should be submitted as a well$-$structured essay.

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This is an individual assignment and is not to be completed in groups or partners.

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Students are not permitted to use artificial intelligence tools to develop the assignment.

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Use academic sources and real$-$world examples to support your arguments.

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The assignment is due no later than $11$:$59$pm on Thursday February $8$ via Blackboard in the Assignments tab.

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Your assignment must be typed on a computer on a standard $8\mathrm{.}5$ x $11-$inch page format.

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You must include a cover page $($see sample cover page on Blackboard in the Assignments tab$)$

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Double$-$space the text of your paper and use a legible font $($e$.$g$.$ Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri$).$

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The font size should be $12$ pt$.$

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Page margins should be set to $1$ inch on all sides.

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Provide proper citations for all references used, following APA format. For assistance with APA format, refer to the library resources at https:$//$libguides$.$northernc.on$.$ca$/$APA$.$

Grading Criteria:

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Clarity of definitions and explanations.

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Depth of analysis and critical thinking.

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Integration of real$-$world examples and case studies.

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Coherence and organization of the essay.

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Proper use of citations and references.

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Proper spelling and use of grammar.