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Question 1: Explain the difference between a 3PL and a 4PL. .................................. 2
Question 2: Discuss how supply chain management can affect a firm’s bottom line. . 2
Question 3: Establish a decision-making framework that firms need to consider for
managing their reverse logistics processes................................................................ 5
Question 4: List and describe the main causes of demand variability within a firm. ... 6
Question 5: As a supply chain consultant, how would you justify the need for Industry
4.0 in terms of supporting supply chain processes. .................................................... 7
, Question 1: Explain the difference between a 3PL and a 4PL.
A 3PL centralizes at the fulfilment of essential orders, which incorporates selecting,
warehousing, loading important orders, and exporting crates argues Wamba and
Queiroz (2020). On the other hand, A 4PL holds lower back a stride volume by using
overseeing the vast chain of supply, incorporating era-primarily based fulfilment, and
transportation. More so, with a 4PL organization, a service provider primarily based
functionality with the 4PL to deduce any troubles that transpire for the duration of the
chain of supply and with supplementary vendors.
Puica (2023) further states that, 4PL or Fourth-grade party-based logistics companies,
furthermore, called important vendors of logistics or LLPs are a class of logistics
corporation that carries on a handful of similar roles as logistics of 1/3-birthday party
or 3PL vendors even as further having additional accountability and dedication in the
technique
Question 2: Discuss how supply chain management can affect a firm’s bottom line.
Supply chain management (SCM) is a critical component of a firm's operations, playing
a significant role in determining its efficiency, competitiveness, and overall profitability.
Effective SCM encompasses0717513144 the planning, execution, control, and
monitoring of supply chain activities to create value, build a competitive infrastructure,
and synchronize supply with demand. Understanding how SCM impacts a firm’s
bottom line is essential for leveraging it as a strategic advantage.
Direct Impacts on the Bottom Line
Cost Reduction
Procurement Costs: Efficient SCM involves strategic sourcing and supplier
management, leading to lower procurement costs. By negotiating better terms, bulk
purchasing, and consolidating suppliers, firms can significantly reduce the cost of raw
materials and components.
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