CASE 11 : Supply Chain Management at Dream Beauty Company
Questions
1. Analyze the way that current costs are being allocated; what potential changes can you recommend to make the system more efficient and more accurate?
2. What is the profitability level and return on investment by distribution channel, under both the current and the recommended allocations?
3. What are your recommendations regarding the company policy of offering all its customers the same service level (three-day fulfillment cycle)?
Note: The company's cost of capital for both borrowing and lending can be estimated at 9 percent. Ignore tax effects on all transactions.
CASE 13 : DOW Greenhouse Gas Emission Scenario Study1
Questions
1. What sort of framework should a company like DOW follow to start on a green initiative and what are the associated challenges?
2. What technologies and solutions can DOW use to minimize fuel consumption and GHG emissions in its supply chain? What challenges could DOW face while applying these technologies and solutions?
3. What types of relationships will DOW need to build with its customers and suppliers in order to achieve a greener supply chain?
4. How can a company like DOW benefit from an initiative like emissions trading? What changes in mind-sets are required to institutionalize greening of the supply chain?
Case study
Please choose from ONE of the following:
Prepare a case analysis for Case 11 and answer question 1 & 3 at the end of case 11 (include as an appendix to the case).
OR
Prepare a case analysis for Case 13 and answer question 1 & 2 at the end of case 13 (include as an appendix to the case).
A case analysis must be written in APA format and include the proper cover and reference list. The Case Analysis should be 500-700 words. Please use double spacing (as required by APA) and an APA approved font.
The Case Analysis must include at least three references. Reference support should be included in the evaluation of possible solutions as well as the recommendations and/or implementation sections. The Case Analysis MUST include the following heading and follow this prescribed format:
Title Page (APA formatted)
I. Major Facts (Heading)
(State here the major facts as you see them. Make statements clear and concise for your own understanding as well as for the understanding of the other students and the instructor.)
II. Major Problem (Heading)
(State here the major problem as you see it. Emphasize the present major problem. You may wish to phrase your statement in the form of a question. In a few cases, there may be more than one major problem. A good problem statement will be concise, usually only one sentence.)
III. Possible Solutions (Heading)
A. (List here the possible solutions to the major problem. Let your imagination come up with alternative ways to solve the problem.
B. Do not limit yourself to only one or two possible solutions. These solutions should be distinct from each other. You must include a minimum of three possible solutions.
C. However, you may wish to include portions of one solution in another solution, as long as each solution stands alone. Only in this manner will your subsequent choice be definitive.
D. Note advantages and disadvantages of each possible solution as well expected outcomes. This is an areas where outside support will help.
IV. Choice and Rationale (Heading)
(State here your choice, A or B or ___ and the detailed reasons for your choice. You may also state your reasons for not choosing the other alternative solutions.) Explain the hopeful outcome of this alternative.
V. Implementation (Heading)
Prepare a plan to implement your choice (recommendation).
Reference Page (APA formatted) - every source listed should be cited within the text.
Attachment:- Case 11 & 13.rar