SCM310-1501B-01

Develop a PowerPoint presentation of 12 slides for management that explains the differences between the Lean and the Six Sigma systems that are used in physical distribution. Weekly tasks or assignments (Individual or Group Projects) will be due by Monday and late submissions will be assigned a late penalty in accordance with the late penalty policy found in the syllabus. NOTE: All submission posting times are based on midnight Central Time.

110 Other / Other Other / SCM310-1501B-01 09 Mar 2015

A decision has been made to contract with a local warehouse to stage inventory. A material handler has asked you to explain the services that you expect them to provide Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples

20 Other / Other Other / SCM310-1501B-01 06 Mar 2015

Your department has been experiencing an increased number of poor-performing suppliers. Develop guidelines for the introduction of a supplier evaluation and certification initiative using collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment (CPFR) for reducing safety stock levels. 1000 to 1200 words

30 Other / Other Other / SCM310-1501B-01 02 Mar 2015

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 750–1,000 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas. Describe the different forecasting techniques that are used to plan material and capacity limitations that you would discuss with your staff

30 Other / Other Other / SCM310-1501B-01 25 Feb 2015

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 750–1,000 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas. Select 1 of the 4 current trends covered in this week's reading assignment to discuss in your first monthly meeting as the new manager of the s

10 Other / Other Other / SCM310-1501B-01 18 Feb 2015