Master the Basics of Global Supply Chain Management
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Master the Basics of Global Supply Chain Management

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Which of the following best represents the entities/partners in a supply chain?

  • Suppliers, Transport, Production
  • Procurement, Distribution, Manufacturing
  • Information, Material/Product, Financial Flows (correct)
  • Transportation, Resellers, Customers

    • What is the purpose of the Supply Chain 3-D Model?

  • To integrate the supply chain network
  • To facilitate procurement and distribution
  • To manage relationships with suppliers
  • To visualize the complexity of a supply chain (correct)

    • Which country is responsible for manufacturing the filler of a product in the example?

  • Taiwan
  • China (correct)
  • Japan
  • Korea

    • How many assembly locations does National Semiconductors have?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the chips produced by National Semiconductors shipped to?

    <p>US, Britain, and Israel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which company is the world's largest pasta manufacturer?

    <p>Barilla SpA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does Barilla primarily sell its products to?

    <p>Italian retailers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Barilla's distribution network?

    <p>Barilla self-owned depots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the phenomenon of demand fluctuations increasing as one moves up the supply chain?

    <p>Bullwhip Effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Barilla sell in addition to pasta products?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Entities/Partners in a Supply Chain

    • Suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and customers are the key entities/partners in a supply chain.

    Supply Chain 3-D Model

    • The purpose of the Supply Chain 3-D Model is to analyze and understand the relationships between the supply chain entities and their respective roles.

    Manufacturing and Assembly Locations

    • China is responsible for manufacturing the filler of a product in the example.
    • National Semiconductors has 15 assembly locations.

    Product Distribution

    • The chips produced by National Semiconductors are shipped to the US, Asia, and Europe.

    Barilla Company Profile

    • Barilla is the world's largest pasta manufacturer.
    • Barilla primarily sells its products to retailers.
    • The main focus of Barilla's distribution network is to ensure that products are always available on store shelves.

    Supply Chain Phenomenon

    • The term "bullwhip effect" describes the phenomenon of demand fluctuations increasing as one moves up the supply chain.

    Barilla's Product Line

    • Barilla sells baked goods, sauces, and olive oil in addition to pasta products.

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    Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of global supply chain management with this quiz. Learn about the consequences of missing a step in the supply chain, the different entities involved, and the evolution of the supply chain 3-D model.

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