Assignment
Topic: Global Value Chain Considerations
The Discussion is designed for you to practice the decision-making process when considering globalization of a value chain.
Directions
1. Choose and describe a company operating solely in the United States that might be ready to expand globally. Explain what type of global expansion is being considered (your choice).
2. Assume you are the CEO and the ultimate decision-maker of this local company. You are confident your current value chain is solid but you are concerned at what the impact on your value chain might be if you expand to another country/other countries. What might need to be changed or modified in your company's value chain prior to the expansion?
3. Examine how globalization could impact the current value chain. In the examination, include the following:
o What are some of the challenges an organization faces when a value chain goes global?
o What are the differences between a domestic and global value chain?
o Why does a firm go global?
o Analyze pros and cons of going global.
o Does culture matter in a value chain and the management of the business?
o Describe how your business can transition the current value chain to be a global value chain.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.