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1. ASIAN CASE RESEARCH JOURNAL, VOL. 23, ISSUE 1,
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School, France, and Dr.
Jinghui Tao of Nanjing
University of Finance and
Economics, as a basis for
classroom discussion rather
than to illustrate either effec-
tive or ineffective handling of
an administrative or business
situation.
Please send all correspon-
dence to Dr. Ivy S. N. Chen,
Department of Management
and Marketing, Hong Kong
Polytechnic University, Hung
Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
E-mail: [email protected]
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35. Student Name
SCM 304-03: Supply Chain Management
California State University, San Bernardino
1
ABC Eyewear- Supply Chain Optimization
Content
1. ABC Eyewear Company Background
2. Evaluation of the ABC Supply Chain Processes
3. Drivers of Supply Chain Performance
4. ABC Eyewear Network Design
5. Risk Mitigation within the Supply Chain
6. Forecasting Practices of ABC Eyewear
7. Sales & Operations Planning
8. Inventory Management Practices
9. Use of Transportation
36. 10. ABC Eyewear-Decisions in Sourcing
11. Use of Information Technology for Supply Chain
Optimization
12. Supply Chain Sustainability with Learning Outcomes &
Recommendations
2
ABC Eyewear Company Background
ABC Eyewear is an organization specializing in manufacturing
and
retail sales of eyewear products. Stated in Japan in 1961, the
original
founder of the organization specialised in metal work specific to
eyeglass creation. Eyeglasses were sold on a local basis with
popularity growing into the 1970s. As the company progressed,
the
manufacturing of eyewear became a global business and thus
the
need to explore sourcing options as well as a distribution
network to
move goods and services.
90s
37. present
3
Continued background
4
Continued background
ABC continues to target a market with room to further grow and
expand. Given the below details, there is a tremendous level of
growth within the eyewear industry taking place over the next
five
years. With the correct Supply Chain Optimization, profits will
be
captured through efficiencies.
5
38. Evaluation of the ABC Supply Chain Processes
ABC Eyewear has established a supply chain which is cantered
around meeting customer expectations. This is achieved
through the
following processes:
basis.
facilities to meet consumer demand.
impacting
markets.
6
Evaluation of the ABC Supply Chain Processes
Continued
In evaluating the ABC Supply Chain, the functions related to
meeting
39. customer demand are fluid. The areas for improvement are
depicted
within the following diagram. Functions related to business
execution
are most critical to the success of planning.
7
Drivers of Supply Chain Performance
ABC is highly focused on the drivers of the Supply Chain.
These
elements help to ensure that more responsive approach is taken.
As
ABC must meet consumer demand based on fashion products,
there
is a need to be more responsive within the market.
8
40. ABC Eyewear Network Design
ABC has emerged into an industry leader based on the ability to
develop a successful network design. ABC has maintained low
costs
related to facility placement which has lead to increased
revenue for
the organization. ABC is a leader in souring materials in the
emerging
markets which has also lead to cost control and savings while
offering
high quality products. These functions are tied together through
ePurchasing which connects suppliers through Information
Technology.
9
Risk Mitigation within the Supply Chain
A good portion of success can be attributed to risk mitigation.
ABC
has been able to identify potential risks within the Supply Chain
and
thus ensure that there are no potential disruptions. The risk
indicators
41. which ABC has a close watch on are:
markets.
ensure that
no stoppage occurs.
up systems.
10
Forecasting Practices of ABC Eyewear
ABC uses statistical methods for planning and forecasting of
market
demand. As the eyewear industry is a more mature and stable
market, ABC is able to plan material productions based on
historical
data as well as current sales data to arrive at meeting the level
of
inventory which is required to achieve customer demand. The
goal is
to ensure equilibrium in matching supply with demand. ABC
42. employs
the following:
-Pull process
11
Sales & Operations Planning
During the established of ABC, there was a clear need to ensure
that
alignment between sales and operations teams was cohesive. As
there is great detail within the planning process to correctly
execute
on the delivery of end products, there was a clear need to join
organizations together to ensure organizational alignment.
the level of generalization around the planning
process.
guidance
of finance, human resources, marketing and information
technology.
utive
43. management.
12
Inventory Management Practices
The ability for ABC to manage inventory levels is a critical
component
in reaching desired revenue objectives. As high associated
costs
come with having to hold excess inventory there is focus on
cost
mitigation associated with warehousing as well as removal of
inventory which is not selling. ABC utilizes selling practices to
help
move inventory which has become out-dated. In addition ABC
manages inventory levels through the practice of:
customer
orders.
44. 13
Use of Transportation within the ABC
Supply Chain
ABC Eyewear uses a global transportation network to manage
all
cargo flow processes. As ABC is both a manufactures and
retailer,
there is a need for multiple types of transportation solutions.
ABC is
focused on:
ost containment
14
Use of Transportation continued
45. effective
rates are obtained in the market place.
the
needs of the ABC supply chain.
Ensuring
that no disruption takes place which could affect customers.
ty through an integrated track and trace system. If a
customer makes an order, there needs to be end to end view.
summer and
holiday months for ABC. Ensuring market uncertainty is
accounted
for relative to capacity.
15
ABC Eyewear-Decisions in Sourcing
Sourcing specific to the ABC supply chain has had a great
effect on
46. the level of organizational profitability. ABC has achieved this
process
through, reduction of costs, design collaboration from
manufacturing
similar types of products, direct communication with suppliers
to
ensure process efficiencies and price reductions from direct
sources
through the process of proposals and auctions. ABC uses
primarily:
-shore sourcing for eyeglass materials.
16
Use of Information Technology for Supply
Chain Optimization
Information technology is a key contributing factor to the
success of
ABC Eyewear. Through the process of collectively managing
all the
47. organisational functions, a level of visibility is provided to
ensure that
transparency is available throughout the supply chain.
17
Use of Information Technology for Supply
Chain Optimization cont.
ABC uses Information technology to monitor inventory levels
related
to customer demand. Market share for ABC within the eyewear
industry can be attributed to the successful implementation of
information systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning.
ABC is
provided continuous visibility within the supply chain which
provides
managers with important information in making critical
business
decisions. The benefits to having a successful ERP system for
ABC
include:
48. 18
Supply Chain Sustainability with Learning
Outcomes & Recommendations
ABC Eyewear has emerged as an industry leader in fashion
eyewear
products. The success of the organization can be attributed to
the
optimization and evolution of the supply chain process which
have
been reviewed. ABC has leveraged the successful task of
sourcing
materials used in product designs which has provided positive
sales
year over year. The ability to adjust with market trends as well
as
changing economic climates has also lent a level of success to
the
organization. The five and ten year focus is to remain consistent
with
supply chain practices, to be aware of changing market
conditions
and make needed adjustments to stay ahead of the competition.
The
following are recommendations for ABC to achieve continued
success:
49. 19
Supply Chain Sustainability with Learning
Outcomes & Recommendations Continued
ifying the supply sections there will be a higher
level of
cost competition which could also potentially drive a higher
demand in product quality.
Information
Technologies.
ength in the current systems of ABC related
to ERPs,
the tech industry is moving at such a fast pace that there is a
need
to keep a thumb on the pulse of changes to technology and
reporting to ensure the highest level of transparency and
visibility.
optimization is taking place on a continuous basis is vital. ABC
Eyewear is an industry leader and given the current processes
set
in place, ABC will enjoy this level of success for years to come
20
50. BEX 5601 – Case Study Analysis
Assignment Briefing
Title: Business Case Study Analysis
Weight: 35%
Length: 2,000 words (not including appendices, citations,
references, and illustrations)
Type: Individual assessment
Due Date: Friday, Week 9, before 5:00pm Melbourne time.
Submission requirements:
1. A signed assessment cover sheet must accompany this
assessment.
2. Assignments must be uploaded in .pdf format to the dedicated
assignment drop box on Moodle.
Details: You are required to undertake a thorough analysis of
the business environment for a specific
organisation. The case study for analysis can be found on the
Moodle site for this unit. The Moodle site also
has some useful case study analysis resources which students
should also access and read thoroughly as
preparation for this assessment.
It is strongly recommended that you commence work on the
analysis of the business case as early as possible
in the semester. Students should also familiarize themselves
with the grading rubric for this assessment
51. prior to commencing any analysis on the case.
Case Analysis Format: The following format is recommended
for preparing this assessment.
Assignment Cover Sheet (signed, dates, and fully completed).
The coversheet must be uploaded to Moodle
as a separate document to the assessment task.
Cover page (identifying student s name, student identification
number, and workshop day and time).
Table of Contents (with page numbers)
1. P.E.S.T. Analysis.
2. Problem Statement
3. Problem Analysis
4. Identification of
Solution
s to the Problem
5. Evaluation of