Discussion 3.4 – Coordination in the Supply Chain


 

Question 1:  What is the bullwhip effect, and how does it relate to lack of coordination in a supply chain? Give a sample scenario to help explain the bullwhip effect.

Question 2:  What is the impact of lack of coordination on the performance of a supply chain?  Give a sample scenario to help explain this impact.

Question 3:  How is the building of strategic partnerships and trust valuable within a supply chain? Give a sample scenario to help explain this value.

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