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Assignmentinstruction1.docxAssessment 2 (a): Worth 30% of the course marks - Technology Case Study. Due date: Week 7 (Monday 18 April 11:59pm). Students will work in groups (maximum 4 members) to develop a ‘Technology Case Study’ for business organisations and suppliers that have implemented or are implementing a technology to assist in global e-Business. The guide aims to assist organisations in progressing e-Business by providing practical assistance, guidance and support.
In their groups, students are to develop a detailed case study covering the points mentioned below.
· A brief description of the background of the company selected on their core product/service, customers, market outlook etc. as well as an illustration of the company’s core product/service supply chain network and the role that purchasing plays in their general operations.
· Next highlight some of the challenges that the company is facing or has faced in the last 5 years with respect to procurement practices and discuss in detail the technologies implemented or being implemented.
· Critically discuss their motivations for implementing this technology and benefits achieved.
· What were some of the drawbacks, challenges and risks faced with respect to implementing the select technology?
Students are to ensure that their case study critically examines procurement and technology implementation practices in a particular organization using/illustrating concepts covered in class. Organisation selected can be local or overseas based.
Some examples of technology implementation include: RFID, barcoding, EDI, ERP, CRP, advanced payment systems etc. There are numerous industries such as grocery, airline, healthcare, general manufacturing, banking etc. that have implemented technologies to assist them in operational efficiency and global competitiveness.
Note:
It is important that students form their groups in Week1 and finalise the company and technology being implemented. At the end of week 2, group leaders are to email the coordinator the following: company selected, technology being examined, methodology, timeline for case study and presentation compilation, group members and activities allocated. Every week from this point on, you are to email the coordinator an update on what you have accomplished and difficulties faced. Weekly emails to the coordinator should also be Cc’d to all the group members. My role in all of this is to provide you with feedback and critique to help you develop an excellent case study.
