In this week's Concept Paper you are asked to create a realistic business scenario that presents a complex problem. Then, apply one or more of the specified learning outcomes to devise a practical and effective solution.

Learning Outcomes to Address:

$$ Identify characteristics of relevant information.

$$ Make special order decisions.

$$ Make appropriate outsourcing decisions.

$$ Make appropriate segment elimination decisions.

$$ Make appropriate replacement decisions.

$$ Make decisions about allocating scarce resources.

$$ Scenario Development:

$$ Design a detailed scenario in a real or fictional company facing a significant challenge or decision$-$making situation.

$$ Describe the company's background, industry, market position, and any relevant financial or operational data.

$$ Outline the specific problem or decision point the company is facing.

$$ Analysis and Solution:

$$ Identify and discuss the characteristics of relevant information necessary to make an informed decision in your scenario.

$$ Choose at least one of the listed learning outcomes $($as seen above$)$ and apply it to your scenario.

$$ Research examples in your text and elsewhere.

$$ Provide a detailed solution or decision$-$making process that addresses the challenge in your scenario using the chosen learning outcome$($s$).$

$$ Justification and Reflection:

$$ Justify your solution, explaining why it is the most appropriate for the scenario.

$$ Reflect on how different outcomes $($from other learning objectives$)$ might also apply or provide alternative solutions.

Deliverables:

$$ A written report $($minimum of $6$ pages not including title page and references$)$ detailing your scenario, analysis, solution, and justification.

$$ Include charts, graphs, or tables if they enhance the understanding of your scenario and decision$-$making process.

Assessment Criteria:

$$ How well does the scenario mimic real$-$life business challenges?

$$ Effective use of chosen learning outcome$($s$)$ in the scenario.

$$ Quality and feasibility of the proposed solution, including justification.

$$ Depth of analysis, succinct writing, and critical thinking displayed in addressing the scenario.