How could the firm employ one of Schmitt’s strategies (or another of your own creation) to minimize disruption?

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How could the firm employ one of Schmitt’s strategies (or another of your own creation) to minimize disruption?

Question Description

discussion 1 End-of-Chapter Questions

Starting on page 81, in your Supply Chain Network Design textbook, are the “End-of-Chapter Questions.” Follow these directions to complete this discussion:

  • Prepare a post that addresses question 1.
  • Prepare a post that addresses question 3.

RESPONSE GUIDELINES

Respond to at least two other learners. Your responses to other learners are expected to be substantive in nature and reference the assigned readings, as well as other theoretical, empirical, or professional literature to support your views and writings.

Use these suggestions to create your response post:

  • How well does your peer consider the facts and information?
  • Are there additional pieces of information he or she should consider?
  • What were the similarities and differences in your posts?

350 words…. no cover page required

discussion 2 Minimize Disruptions

Consider the attached Schmitt article. Identify, from current news sources, a recent supply chain disruption that impacted a firm. How could the firm employ one of Schmitt’s strategies (or another of your own creation) to minimize disruption?

350 words… no cover page required.