supply chain and operation mgnt
Phronesisbl
operation_mgmt.docx
1Assignment Objectives
Examine the concepts of managing operations as they apply to the production of goods and services. 400–600 words
The line managers in the production department have heard a lot of good things about value chain management. They heard that you have done considerable research on this topic. They have come to your office today to discuss value chain management with you.
•Summarize 3 examples of how value chain helps companies become more competitive. You are presenting these to the administrative team from the production department.
•Discuss how value chain helps companies create and build value for their clients and partnering organizations by answering the following questions: ◦How do you believe value chain management works?
◦How do you think value chain management can help companies be more competitive?
◦How do you think value chain management helps companies create and build value?
◦Be sure to include your references, and format your submission in APA format.
2Assignment Objectives
Develop a systematic framework for analyzing the behavior of complex supply chain networks and supply chain drivers.
deliverable Length: 800-1,000 words plus diagram
The warehouse manager thought a recent presentation on operations management was extremely valuable to the company. He now wants to shift the conversation to focus on his warehouse department. You told him a little about supply chain design and how it could improve inventory management. He is interested in hearing more about supply chain design and wants his department staff to also be aware of this valuable resource. He has asked you to create a memo that will be sent out to everyone in his department.
Draft a memo explaining to your warehouse managers how effective supply chain design could help to enhance profitability and stakeholder value for the company, including the following:
•Provide an analysis of the behaviors of supply chain networks and supply chain drivers in your memo.
•Explain how supply chain impacts distribution of assets and resources.
•The memo should include a visual representation of an example supply chain network using the “Shape” or SmartArt” option in MS Word.
3Assignment Objectives
Introduce students to the concepts of managing operations as they apply to the production of goods and services.
Understand the importance of Production/Operations as it relates to standards of living and balance of trade.
Deliverable Length: Excel spreadsheet
The warehouse manager asked you to create an example inventory list for his staff. The inventory list is a comprehensive chart that lists all of the company’s internal resources: equipment, machines, technology, furniture, office supplies, etc.
Considering the company, its services, and its products, draft an inventory list of all internal resources.
•Use the following format: ◦MS Excel spreadsheet
•Include an inventory chart with relevant categories.
•Categorize the inventory based on departments, units, and teams.
•Include time lines for restocking resources and placing orders based on anticipated demands and usage.
4Assignment Objectives
Examine the concepts of managing operations as they apply to the production of goods and services.
Apply the appropriate operations tools to aid in decision-making and optimize performance.
Introduce students to the concepts of managing operations as they apply to the production of goods and services
10–12 slides with 100–200 words of speaker's notes per slide
Key Assignment Draft
Both the operations manager and the warehouse manager have been impressed with your argument in making a case of supply chain management and quality management within the company. The operations manager in your department wants you to conduct a formal presentation to him and the rest of the floor staff to highlight the benefits of supply chain management. He has over 30 years of operational management experience with the company, and he is skeptical of any change. He has never used any type of supply chain management techniques or tools, but found your discussion on supply chain interesting. The warehouse manager has also expressed interest in having you conduct a similar presentation with a focus on quality management for his department and staff member at a later date. This is your opportunity to really pitch the advantages of implementing supply chain management and for designing a quality assurance process for these two departments within your company.
Develop a compelling presentation to the operations manager that will explore the benefits of implementing supply chain management on his floor.
•Use the following format: ◦10–12 slides
◦Eye-catching graphics, clip art, charts, and models
◦A minimum of 100–200 words of speaker's notes per slide
◦APA, 6th edition format for all citations and references
•Content should include the following: ◦Create 2–3 slides covering 1-2 basic terms, 1–2 concepts, and 2–3 principles of supply chain management.
◦Create 2–3 slides providing examples of 3 supply chain tools and techniques and explanations of how they are used.
◦Cite and explain 3 examples of how supply chain management has helped a company to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
◦Citations and references must be given for all content sources.
5Assignment Objectives
Apply the appropriate operations tools to aid in decision-making and optimize performance.
Understand the importance of Production/Operations as it relates to standards of living and balance of trade
Summative Discussion Board
Part One:
Part Two:
Review and reflect on the knowledge you have gained from this course. Based on your review and reflection, write at least 200-300 words on the following:
•What were the most compelling topics learned in this course?
•How did participating in discussions help your understanding of the subject matter? Is anything still unclear that could be clarified?
•What approaches could have yielded additional valuable information?
