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There is a growing threat from generic competition due to their global operations that can achieve lower-cost of supplies. Also the threat

Performance cycles can be improved through the use of the 25 percent and 15 percent suppliers. The new suppliers would need to be reliable and punctual. Small deviations create large problems therefore, a higher premium for consistency would be well worth the extra expense in the long term.

Second, always make sure there is an alternative source. As I mentioned before, this is much easier with single source procurement (but not sole source), since other similar suppliers could be able to supply similar products with more or less that same quality as the previous suppliers.

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The FDA has recently taken action against Sara Lee Company. Sara Lee is known to make whole grain white bread under unsanitary conditions. The company fails to comply and was warned previously about global free trade when a loaf of Sara Lee whole grain white bread contains ingredients from India, the Netherlands, China, and Switzerland. Along with honey from either Vietnam, Brazil, Uruguay, Canada, or Mexico and wheat gluten supplied by France, Poland, Russia, or Australia. However, Sara Lee did not comply and the FDA has taken actions to protect public safety by filing a complaint against the company. According to Halbert & Ingulli (2012) after consideration of tort and class action suits we turn to the warranties made under the Uniform Commercial Code This is in response to past complaints and to prevent further health issues

The second main issue to consider is whether to source in Hong Kong or China. Sourcing in Hong Kong provides Wally more flexibility because its minimum order quantity is 600 units compared to 1,200 units in China. The ability to order fewer units allows Wally to order units in a less risky manner. In either case Wally orders combinations of products so that he minimizes the chance he'll order too much of any one product. Lower minimum order quantities allow Wally to order lower amounts of more products. Since he believes he will sell many of each product, enough to cover the minimum order cost, Wally can lower

However, regardless of its advantage, sole sourcing of supply is usually considered as risky decision since the company has to rely on the sole supplier. Therefore, it may result in a catastrophic event which is delay in shipment or stop production if the sole supplier has problems in terms of producing machines. Also, the supplier may become complacent or financial problems may occur if ACE increases the cost of production. Thus, maintaining the strong relationship between companies is crucial.

In today’s business world, production cost was an increasing concern for companies working to stay competitive in the global marketplace. The top management must search for a global solution to drive down costs and reduce difficult activities associate with inventory management and production management. Global sourcing aimed to exploit global efficiencies in the delivery of services and goods across geopolitical boundaries, including low cost skilled labor, low cost raw materials, tax benefits, and price breaks. Whelan Pharmaceutical was the best example to illustrate how the company chose the best manufacturing site for global sourcing from different perspectives.

It is significant for Beez r Us to develop its distinctive assets to compete with other companies. As an organic honey producer, Beez r Us has obtained an organic certification for its products. Because of its unique and natural floral on Kangaroo Island, Beez r Us can produce higher quality honey than other companies, which can be its core competence. This is a unique asset for Beez r Us, which is hard for those large honey manufacturers

An effective supply chain is the key to creating business value, and with expansion on the horizon. Good planning and willingness to adapt to changes are key to maximizing our results. In order to do this we have come up with a plan that will make Lady Americana mattresses a household name in our target expansion markets. In the state of Oklahoma, Lady Americana has already become a brand that has a bed in almost every home. The current systems in place are effective for todays operations, below are some challenges and recommendations to improve upon this to create an effective supply chain, that will grow with you as your business does.

The bee & honey shortage in the U.S. wasn’t the only worldwide problem. There were increasing ramifications of tainted honey from China and this lead to changes in the Chinese

Another alternative should be to create a plant in Europe so now they don’t have top ay all the taxes they have to pay so they can export their products, in that way they will be able to give better prices to their clients, and they will supposed to have a better service and more quality because they where the pioneers in those products.

What is the right supply chain for your product ? is the question asked by Marshall L. Fisher in his article titled, “What is the Right Supply Chain for Your Product ?” published in March-April 1997 issue of the Harvard Business Review. Author raises the question stating the fact that new ideas and technology implemented haven’t lead to improved performance. Performance has not become better but rather in at least some cases, has worsened due to costs rocketing to unprecedented levels.

We are all aware about the importance of supply, manufacturing and operations chain for any business. It becomes even more important if we are crossing the borders and entering international marketplaces as we are

3: How can supply chain strategy help John Wolf reduce investment and space requirements while maintaining adequate service levels?