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Homework 1: 1 page with 2 references
Aggregate planning is the process by which a company determines levels of capacity, production, outsourcing/subcontracting, inventory, and pricing over a specified time period to maximize overall profit. Describe how the S&OP process supports or challenges the aggregate planning process and push-pull strategies.
Homework 2: 2 pages and 2 references
Download and read the white paper Successful Sales and Operations Planning in 5 Steps Executive located at this site:
Successful Sales and Operations Planning in 5 Steps
. Then describe each of the five steps presented.
Homework 3: 4 pages and 2 references:
Final Project
During Modules 3-6, you answered questions concerning differing departments. Now you will analyze the information gathered. Answer the questions below and develop an overall recommendation for the organization.
1. What are the primary and secondary objectives of the different departments?
2. Which objectives are in conflict between the departments and why?
3. What are the largest challenges facing each of the departments and the organization as a whole?
4. What are the largest challenges to integrating the entire supply chain?
5. How can technology help the integration of the supply chain?
This portion of the project should demonstrate depth and understanding of the material presented. It should demonstrate comprehensive, sound, compelling, and well-supported reasoning. You should identify key issues with proper analysis and developed alternatives. Major points should be clearly stated, supported with specific detail, and logically organized. Grammar and punctuation should be nearly flawless
Reference:
Designing and Managing the Supply Chain; Concepts, Strategies and Case Studies. Simchi-Levi, Kaminsky & Simchi-Levi, (2022), 4 th edition, McGraw-Hill, ISBN 9780073403366