Assignment: Global Value Chain
Module - International Distribution
A Case of Late Deliveries
Learning Outcomes
This case study relates to the following learning outcomes from the module International Distribution in the course Global Value Chain:
• Decide on the most efficient method(s) of transportation based on identified requirements to minimize risks, maintain quality of the product, minimize costs and ensure on-time delivery to the target market.
• Prepare goods for shipping while following appropriate procedures, such as packing, lashing, container selection, to minimize risks and maintain the quality of goods.
• Ensure regulatory requirements for exporting and importing are met.
• Comply with customs regulations, protocols and trade facilitation programs when transporting goods across borders.
• Contract and deliver services to meet needs of the clients, in a manner that complies with the importing country's requirements.
Case Study Questions
1. a) Identify the challenges Mario faced with shipping the products to Modu Equipment.
(b) What steps could have been taken by the previous supply chain manager and owner to prevent these challenges?
2. What modes of shipping would be most cost-effective for Excel Air Enterprises in the following situations?
a. Shipping from the U.S. to Bangladesh
b. Shipping within the U.S.
3. Why would using full-service freight forwarders be beneficial to Excel Air Enterprises?
4. How will the looming driver shortage affect Excel Air Enterprises and freight forwarding companies?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.