This case study will help you apply Supply Chain Management concepts to a real$-$life inventory management situation. By analyzing Dawn Sharp$$s dilemma, you$$ll improve your decision$-$making skills related to inventory management, focusing on quality and timely service. You will learn to balance quality with cost efficiency and understand the challenges of managing inventory in a business that values freshness.

Directions

$1.$ Group Work:

This assignment is to be completed as a group. Collaborate with your group members to analyze the case and develop a cohesive response.

$2.$ Read and Analyze the Case:

Go to page $314$ of the eTextbook and read the case about Sharp$$s Sandwich Shop. As you read, note the key issues Dawn is facing related to inventory management and the challenges of maintaining quality.

$3.$ ABC Inventory Classification System:

Address the first discussion question by explaining how Dawn can utilize the ABC inventory classification system to remedy her current situation. Make sure to detail which type of inventory she should prioritize for this classification.

$4.$ Inventory Turnover Models:

For the second discussion question, weigh the pros and cons of both the EOQ and EMQ models in Dawn$$s context. Provide a recommendation and justify your choice, explaining why the model you did not choose may be less effective.

$5.$ Inventory Review System Recommendation:

Considering the third discussion question, suggest an appropriate inventory review system for Sharp$$s Sandwich Shop. Your recommendation should align with your answers to the previous questions, providing a coherent inventory management solution for Dawn.

$6.$ Spreadsheet Calculations:

Use a spreadsheet to perform any necessary calculations for the ABC classification, EOQ, and EMQ models. Ensure your calculations are clear and well$-$documented in the spreadsheet.