1. Contrast and compare the supply chains required for the private label eBags and those drop-shipped directly from the manufacturers. Answer in the context of the case.
2. If eBags were to enter the footwear business, what new supply chain management capabilities would be required compared to the present eBags market? Answer in the context of the case.
3. If eBags were to enter the European market for luggage, what challenges does this present for supply chain management? Answer in the context of the case.
4. From a business perspective, what decisions should Jon Nordmark make regarding the European expansion and the footwear markets? What is the best way for eBags to leverage its strengths and profit from the continued growth of e-commerce? Answer in the context of the case.
Analysis of the Case
§ Contrast and compare the supply chains required for the private label eBags and those drop-shipped directly from the manufacturers. Answer in the context of the case. General answers are not expected.
§ If eBags were to enter the footwear business, what new supply chain management capabilities would be required compared to the present eBags market? Answer in the context of the case. General answers are not expected.
§ If eBags were to enter the European market for luggage, what challenges does this present for supply chain management? Answer in the context of the case. General answers are not expected.
§ From a business perspective, what decisions should Jon Nordmark make regarding the European expansion and the footwear markets? What is the best way for eBags to leverage its strengths and profit from the continued growth of e-commerce? Answer in the context of the case. General answers are not expected.
Appendices
§ Include any additional supporting documentation here. If you did any analysis in Excel, copy and paste your output as one of the Appendices.