1. Using an appropriate operations framework outline the challenges / risks faced by Cisco in introducing a new product.
2. What are the general operational / supply chain issues in using a Chinese supplier?
3. Identify and briefly explain the specific risk / rewards in selecting Foxconn as a key subcontractor.
4. Recommend, detail and justify operational and supply chain strategies for Cisco.
5. Reseach and reference Cisco''s subsequent actions using publicly available material and comment briefly.