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Emergent Behavior and SCM

Introduction:

In this exercise, the student will analyze emergent behavior as it applies to SCM.

Tasks:

Read "Executive Insight in Hugos": Essentials of Supply Chain Management, answer the following questions:

•  Explain how negative feedback improves the performance of a supply chain.

•  Describe the steps that managers can take to encourage positive emergent behavior in their supply chains.

•  Why is emergent behavior important to continued success?

2-3 pages. APA citations.