Module 8 discussion
Post your answer to only one of the questions below. Begin
your post with the question you are answering and then make your response.
Based on your own experience or research, briefly describe
at least one example of a public or private enterprise that has outsourced the
management of one or more of its supply chain related activities. Include in
your answer the name of the firm, the name of the third party, and a brief
statement regarding the benefits claimed. In your opinion, what are the
downside risks?
Based on your own experience or research, briefly describe
at least one example of a public or private enterprise that has offshored the
management of one or more of its supply chain related activities. Include in
your answer the name of the firm, the name of the third party, and a brief
statement regarding the benefits claimed. In your opinion, what are the
downside risks?
Supply chain-related electronic auctions have been
increasing in sophistication and popularity over the years. Using the Internet,
briefly describe at least one firm that offers electronic supply chain-related
auctions and summarize the services they offer. Also, please share their
Internet address with your classmates.
Please describe at least one example of a firm that is using
dynamic pricing to increase revenue. Be as specific as possible.
Reply to at least two of your classmates on different topics
than your original post.
