SQA/4013 Supply Chain Challenges and Operation: Diploma in Supply Chain & Logistics Management, Assignment, WUC

Scope:

The student is required to discuss several strategies from a global perspective in the context of supply chain management. The report also affords structured views surrounding the SCOR Models along with an investigation of several financial and operational strategies, many of which are related to the supply chain’s global outlook.

The student is given a   case scenario at the start and will develop strategies and arguments with a focus on this case.  However, at the end, the student will be asked to research an enterprise, in the same sector, discussing their experiences with the application of the SCOR & CPFR models while integrating into ERP platforms. This should help students develop relevant academic thinking & literary arguments surrounding Advance scheduling schemes and forecasting tools.

All questions would require the student to present some theoretical context, with reference to the case scenario.  Other questions may require a more integrated view of both theory & practice to share a combined reference on issues surrounding the chosen organization.

  TASK 1 –  Case Scenario.

Supply Chain Challenges and Operation.

a)As VP of Procurement, you are asked to demonstrate a critical awareness of the current issues facing global supply chains, with relevance to the airline and aviation sector. This must also involve an in-depth assessment of the market environment, considering cultural and ethical implications. You must present reputable and industry related researched data to the board of directors, needed for procurement and corporate decision making later on.

The board is also seeking confirmation that you are truly the right person for the job. Demonstrating a critical understanding of   the various cross functional/ global drivers facing Flycloud, in the context of globalization trends should also be explored since they are likely to influence the organisation in becoming, once again, a regional market leader.

At the end of this analysis you must ensure to demonstrate   a critical understanding of a   range of procurement and logistics theories and concepts that could impact the supply chain sourcing strategies in the context of the sector case.

The student could also explore various business / supply chain models for the company such as leasing over buying, or refurbishing existing fleets to curtail spend, or exploring backward integration strategies.

The current outsourcing strategy must not ignore common outsourcing strategy issues. You must assess the complex issue of outsourcing strategies in the global context of supply chains and develop original and creative responses to the issues surrounding outsourcing at Flycloud A revamping plan of the strategy must be recommended, exploring contract management methods to address the problem.

Any procurement strategies discussed, must be relevant to the industry with examples given, where other organizations have implemented them. In other words, they must be workable and tested within the industry.

Based on the potential and current global issues known through research discoveries and considering the supply chain challenges listed above, you must then  recommend workable supply chain strategies that can help turn the organisation around.

Summary of focus :

The current issues that face global supply chains
Cultural and ethical considerations when sourcing globally
A range of procurement strategies and concepts
Alternative business models
Exploring global trends
Workable, case related solutions
Outsourcing insight and outsourcing strategy improvement
Industry related data with in-depth research
Demonstrate an understanding in the specialism / subject area

b) Looking ahead of the strategic plan and market review, experience reminds you that vendor management must be integrated into any proposals prior to implementation.

Your years of experience has taught that if suppliers are not part and parcel of your plans then it’s useless without them taking center stage. An extensive, detailed and critical knowledge and understanding of supplier relationship management now forms part of the equation of not only addressing the lapsed relationship above, but to also take on a holistic approach in being part of the correction.

Supplier relationship management must be done rationally and not a case of building strategic ties with all suppliers. The Kraljic Matrix should be applied to help organize the relationship distribution for Flycloud The supplier’s’ perspective on the reasons why the collaboration has collapsed must also be reviewed where you will apply the Supplier Preferencing model to determine other operational and strategic reasons for the failure.

Summary of focus :

Supplier relationship management insight
Supply base rationalization
Kraljic Matrix application
Supplier preferencing model (also called supplier perception matrix)
Industry related data with in-depth research
Demonstrate an understanding in the specialism / subject area

c) Plan and execute a researched logistics project operations that will address international logistics challenges at Flycloud. The proposal would consider a range of route options and strategies for faster delivery and reverse logistics efforts, considering that most import and export shipments for rotating spares shipment are done out of   North America and Europe.

This happens to be where the strategic vendors, Super Turbines and North Star Aircraft limited operates so a well thought out plan must be presented. Undertake a critical evaluation of multi-model systems and shipping strategies that can be applied globally, critiquing and measuring their success through numerical and graphical data.

In other words, some comparisons must be made between air and sea freight cost, dependability and flexibility, operating from middle east tot to western hemisphere.

The issue of Flycloud Global Caterers has become a logistics and distribution bugbear. Therefore, a critical review and extensive knowledge for the selection of distribution hub and network choices must be evaluated from a geographical and business perspective.

You should also highlight in depth knowledge and understanding physical distribution concepts to the board in choosing the best physical distribution strategies. Real solutions must be explored, making mention of the best geographical options available.

Summary of focus :

Reverse logistics insight
International logistics challenges
Shipping route planning and investigation of route options
Multimodal systems insight
Physical distribution strategies
import and export shipment concerns
Exploring geographical shipping options
Industry related data with in-depth research
Evidence with numerical and graphical source
Demonstrate an understanding in the specialism / subject area

d) Considering the summary of key issues highlighted above, the VP of procurement must also explore modern developments in   IT   ICT/ IT, arguing through continued secondary referrals, ways in which they can advance many of the solutions put forward. You must suggest a wide range of ICT applications to support and enhance CPFR techniques towards seamless flows, merging user, supplier and the supply chain for faster material delivery.

You believe that CPFR techniques will also impact the cost constraints, bring much needed savings while ICT on the whole will bring a sense of accountability between all users. One such technology is the advent of AI and data analytics software which might better manage flying hours and readiness to receive unserviceable spares.

Consideration to  communicate with all users, using appropriate methods, to a range of audiences, a critical understanding of SCOR models and their influence on advance planning and scheduling strategies should be followed here.

Summary of focus :

AI and ICT insights
Demand planning systems (CPFR)
SCOR model applications

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