Homework: Problem-Solving Skills
Course Objectives:
a. Develop problem-solving skills and understand sourcing and global logistics ideas
b. Compose the results of operations and case studies effectively in writing the results of operations analysis and case studies
Prompt:
This dual-case homework covers sustainment and global supply chain decision-making, respectively. The first case analyzes sustainment decision making. The second case analyzes global supply chain decision making. After reviewing each case, analyze and respond to the following questions from both cases:
Task
a. What are the payback periods for the lawn-to-prairie conversion project, the dock blankets, the T-9 lighting fixtures, and the storm water project?
b. Calculate the Net Present Value of the storm water project, given the financial information in the case
c. Evaluate the Pros and Cons of the storm water project both on financial and non-financial grounds and make a recommendation on what Richard Murphy should decide
d. What are the advantages and disadvantages of pursuing LEED, Energy Star, and ISO 14000 certifications?
e. Global Supply Chain Decision Making:
f. What are the key operations and logistics issues faced by ShelterBox?
g. Who are the various stakeholders that need to be considered in resolving these issues?
h. How should ShelterBox respond to the issues it faces to best satisfy its stakeholders?
i. How do you think ShelterBox should be organized? What are the key responsibilities and functions that need to be established before and during an emergency?
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.