Assignment 1
Logistics Management (MGT 322)
Learning Outcome:
1. Demonstrate a deep understanding of the logistic function concepts and theories as well as
supply chain management strategies. (Lo.1.1)
2. Demonstrate the ability to understand complex issues pertaining to supply chain integration
and strategic supply chain partnership (Lo 1.2).
3. Apply essential elements of core logistic and supply chain management principles. (Lo 2.1)
Critical Thinking
The purpose of this assignment is to identify and apply Logistics and Supply Chain Management
concepts/tools to suggest logistics performance priorities.
Use Saudi digital Library (SDL) search engine.
Search Title: New Approaches to Supply Chain Management Concept. Logistics Integration
of “Hub and Spoke” Model.
Authors Name: MINCULETE, Gheorghe; OLAR, Polixenia
Source: Valahian Journal of Economic Studies. 2014, Vol. 5 Issue 2, p21-32. 12p.
Read out the research paper carefully and based on your understanding you should answer
the following questions.
Questions:
1. A supply chain consists of all parties involved, directly or indirectly, in fulfilling a
customer’s request. Explain with an imaginary Saudi manufacturing company. (300-350
words)- (5Marks)
2. Why in the current modern trade, the integration of economic affairs from design to
completion is an important priority for every Manufacturing Companies? (300-350 words)(5Marks)
3. Define the parties involved directly and indirectly in the supply chain and their role in the
smooth running of the business? (300-350 words) -(5Marks)
’eference should be included.
Answers
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