The Supply Chain Strategy Conundrum
Read this article that shows how lean and agile strategies can be combined for a supply chain, and then answer each of the following questions in 6-10 sentences. Provide critical assessment based on the above article, text readings, scholarly research, and personal experience.
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1 What are the similarities and differences between lean and agile supply chain strategies?
2 Explain how manufacturing has evolved.
3 What is mass customization? Give examples.
4 How does a leagile supply chain work?
5 Explain how a lean strategy can work for a service firm (for example, American Express).
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