QUESTION ONE $[50]$

Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow.

$$Pick n Pay was recognised as South Africa$$s most trusted retailer in $2017,$ as it strengthens

its business and customer offer while always remaining true to strong core values of corporate

governance and corporate citizenship.$$

With reference to this statement:

$1\mathrm{.}1$ With the aid of suitable examples, discuss Pick$$n Pay$$s basic strategies they use to

respond to customer demands. $(15)$

$1\mathrm{.}2$ Briefly evaluate the role of information and pricing drivers in creating a strategic fit between

strategic supply chain and competitive strategy to a business like Pick $$n Pay. $(15)$

$1\mathrm{.}3$ Examine the potential benefits of a more formalized approach to forecasting for Pick $$n

Pay retail stores. $(20)$

QUESTION TWO $[20]$

$$Managing the supply chain a very complex process$$ Evaluate this statement and explain the

issues to be managed and the trade$-$offs to be made in its management. $(20)$