Problem
In this case, you are considering the distribution of wedding clothing for your community.
A. What items will you make or buy (list at least three specific items for each)? What will be the key make or buy success factors for these items?
B. What items will you outsource and what items will you insource and why? Provide details.
C. What are some of the sources of supplier information for these products? Show resourcefulness in your answer!
D. Discuss three common supplier evaluation systems and how they will apply to your wedding clothing business. Be specific.
E. What would be the advantages of single and multiple sourcing for this business? Be specific.
F. Would systems contracting be a useful tool for your wedding clothing business? Why or why not? Make a decision one way or the other!
G. How would be total cost of ownership be a consideration in your business?
H. How might you use the Internet for your PURCHASING function?
I. How would you apply the advantages of global sourcing to your wedding clothing business?
J. How would exchange rates impact your business?