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Steven Guan posted a new activity comment 8 years, 3 months ago
I got to learn a lot about IT and supply chain are integrated together. From reading the nine cases, I get to learned that every company has their own unique supply chain. I learned that in implementing new technology to a company’s supply chain there are advantages and disadvantages. Companies are constantly finding new ways to improve their…[Read more]
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Steven Guan posted a new activity comment 8 years, 3 months ago
I believe that both Apple have the responsibility to provide improve working conditions and better salaries for the factory workers. Apple should use some of their profits earned to improve the working conditions and salaries for the workers conditions. Apple is one of the world’s most beloved brand. Apple should take action and show the world…[Read more]
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Steven Guan posted a new activity comment 8 years, 6 months ago
I believe MIS professionals need to understand supply chain because I believe the main objective of Management Information Systems is to create value for firms with technology. From the diagram, SAP provides different software modules for different parts of the supply chain. SAP is to help firms improve their supply chains. In order to create…[Read more]
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Steven Guan posted a new activity comment 8 years, 6 months ago
In week 2, we discuss about how Crocs flexible supply chain gain them a competitive advantage over the traditional shoe companies. Crocs supply chain is able to response the change in demand. Crocs has a unique and low cost material called croslite to make their products. Crocs specialize in focusing on niche markets like health care and boating.…[Read more]
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Steven Guan posted a new activity comment 8 years, 6 months ago
In last week lecture, we learned that supply chain is the management of the flow of materials and information. In the 21st century, firms are currently devoting most of their time and resource on their supply chains with the help of the internet and technology. We discuss the example of buying a shoe at Foot Locker. We as the customers went to…[Read more]