Questions from General Supply Chain

Q: Is government regulation of transportation good or bad? Why?

Is government regulation of transportation good or bad? Why?

Q: Is transportation in the U.S. regulated today, or

Is transportation in the U.S. regulated today, or deregulated? Why?

Q: If storing goods in a warehouse is bad, since it increases

If storing goods in a warehouse is bad, since it increases inventory carrying costs, why is the number and size of warehouses increasing in the U.S.?

Q: What is the difference between a distribution center and a warehouse?

What is the difference between a distribution center and a warehouse?

Q: A Las Vegas, Nevada, manufacturer has the option to make

A Las Vegas, Nevada, manufacturer has the option to make or buy one of its component parts. The annual requirement is 20,000 units. A supplier is able to supply the parts for $10 per piece. The firm e...

Q: For the information given, rank the customers in terms of customer

For the information given, rank the customers in terms of customer lifetime value. Avg. Annual Sales Avg. Profit Margin Expected Lifetime       Customer A: $2,500 17% 8 years  Cust...

Q: How can CRM applications increase the effectiveness and productivity of a firm’s

How can CRM applications increase the effectiveness and productivity of a firm’s sales force?

Q: How does your definition of customer service compare to the Seven R’s

How does your definition of customer service compare to the Seven R’s Rule?

Q: Describe the steps necessary for designing and implementing a successful CRM program

Describe the steps necessary for designing and implementing a successful CRM program.

Q: What is the difference between on-demand computing, the software

What is the difference between on-demand computing, the software-as-a-service model and cloud computing?