1. Consider the major differences between railroads and trucking companies. Railroads must own and maintain their track, while trucks use the roads and highways basically for free. Comment on what changes if any this may called for to promote rail freight distribution.
2. What are the elements of an enforceable contract? Do you think contracts should still be enforceable without one of the elements?
3. Discuss how one must view the application of tools such as inventory, MRP and Scheduling. Assuming all of the calculations are correct, should the manager do what the numbers suggest?