Question 1 (200-250 words)
The usage and significance of third-party logistics (3PL) services has grown dramatically during the past two decades or so. Explain why this has occurred and what the benefits are, if any? Document your sources. Respond to at least two of your fellow classmates’ postings.
Question 2 (200-250 words)
Based on the course material we have covered, find a Forbes article or video (within the last 3 years) that deals with some of the key ideas in the class (such as operations, procurement, supply chain alignment with business strategy, etc.). Summarize the article (or video), relate it to a course concept or key point, and discuss how the actual practice (as demonstrated by the Forbes Material) relates to the theory presented in our course. Provide the citation and location of where you found the article.
Sources for Forbes resources include www.forbes.com, or YouTube (www.youtube/user/forbes), and/or the Ashford Library’s FindIt@AU (“Advanced Search” under the main search box; put “Forbes” in the Advanced Search box, and Select “Journal Title/Source” in the drop down of search fields. Put in date range as well).
The usage and significance of third-party logistics (3PL) services has grown dramatically during the past two decades or so. Explain why this has occurred and what the benefits are, if any? Document your sources. Respond to at least two of your fellow classmates’ postings.
Question 2 (200-250 words)
Based on the course material we have covered, find a Forbes article or video (within the last 3 years) that deals with some of the key ideas in the class (such as operations, procurement, supply chain alignment with business strategy, etc.). Summarize the article (or video), relate it to a course concept or key point, and discuss how the actual practice (as demonstrated by the Forbes Material) relates to the theory presented in our course. Provide the citation and location of where you found the article.
Sources for Forbes resources include www.forbes.com, or YouTube (www.youtube/user/forbes), and/or the Ashford Library’s FindIt@AU (“Advanced Search” under the main search box; put “Forbes” in the Advanced Search box, and Select “Journal Title/Source” in the drop down of search fields. Put in date range as well).
